Entry-Level Paralegal (Full-Time)
Founded by three former federal prosecutors, Walden Macht & Haran LLP (WMH) is a New York-based boutique law firm focusing on white collar defense and investigations, complex commercial disputes, monitorships, and corporate compliance.
Our Paralegal Program
At WMH, we offer a 2-year Paralegal Program open to graduating college seniors and recent college graduates who are seeking substantive experience in the legal field prior to attending law school.
WMH Paralegals work side-by-side with attorneys at all levels and assume important roles on both high-profile and pro bono matters under the supervision of the Firm’s Paralegal Manager. You will receive in-house training to contribute to every stage, beginning with the initial client engagement, through the investigation or discovery process, and all the way to trial and/or appeals. At WMH, you will make a direct impact on your assigned case teams and complete the 2-year program with meaningful exposure to the legal field that will serve as a solid foundation to your future career.
Your Qualifications
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, including impeccable proofreading and editing skills
- High-level aptitude in computer software, applications, and technology
- Service-oriented mindset with the ability to manage competing deadlines, push projects to completion, and maintain a positive pro-team attitude
- A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA upon graduation
Your Opportunities
- Preparing, editing, and maintaining administrative and client-related documents, including correspondence, productions, court filings, etc.
- Performing and summarizing legal and factual research for potential, active, and related cases
- Preparing for and notetaking in various meetings, including depositions, client meetings, proffers, and court appearances
- Completing in-house skills trainings in Microsoft applications, Bluebook, Westlaw, and PACER to perform cite-checking, document processing, and electronic case filings in both state and federal courts
- Participation in continued team trainings and direct attorney mentor sessions for furthering your career development
Location & Commitments
The WMH Paralegal Program is based in our New York office, where candidates are required to make a two-year commitment to the Firm. All candidates must have the availability to start employment by May or June 2024, with the flexibility to work the necessary hours required by a fast-paced environment. All candidates must have the ability to work in-office, remotely, and/or travel for business purposes.
Salary & Benefits
- Eligibility for up to 10 vacation days and 40 hours of sick leave per year
- Opportunity to receive a discretionary year-end, merit-based bonus
- Reimbursement for up to $2,500 in eligible moving expenses upon employment
- Reimbursement for the cost of enrollment in a graduate school exam prep course (i.e., LSAT, GRE, GMAT and MCAT) for up to $1,000 after six months of employment
- Eligibility to enroll in the firm’s medical benefits on the 1st of the month following date of hire
- Eligibility to participate in the firm’s 401(k) plan after six months of employment
- Overtime pay and meal and transportation allowances when working overtime
- Paralegal salary range: $50,000 to $60,000/year