Paralegal

About the Role

Meyer & Spencer, PC is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its Pleasantville office. This role is designed for a capable legal professional who can handle detailed paralegal work, understand complex real estate and contract matters, communicate confidently with clients and outside professionals, and help keep matters moving with accuracy and follow-through.

The right candidate will bring at least 5 years of paralegal experience, with a strong preference for real estate experience. Experience in trusts and estates, elder law, estate planning, probate, or guardianship is also highly valuable. This position is well suited for someone who is steady, detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently while remaining connected to a supportive team.

About You

You are an experienced paralegal who takes ownership of your work, pays close attention to details, and understands the importance of deadlines, client communication, and document accuracy. You are comfortable with complex matters, but you are also willing to ask thoughtful questions when needed.

You may be the right fit if you are organized, steady, dependable, and motivated by doing high-quality work. You enjoy being part of a team, but you do not need to be micromanaged. You communicate professionally with clients, realtors, municipalities, title companies, attorneys, and team members, and you understand that follow-through matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and revise real estate contracts and related transaction documents
• Review title search reports and assist with real estate closing preparation
• Prepare closing adjustments and coordinate transaction details
• Draft estate planning documents and related client materials
• Draft and file probate court documents through NYSCEF
• Communicate with clients, realtors, municipalities, title insurance companies, attorneys, and other professionals by phone and email
• Maintain organized files, deadlines, and matter-related documentation
• Support estate planning, probate, elder law, guardianship, and real estate matters as needed
• Work independently within established procedures while collaborating with attorneys and team members

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of paralegal experience
• Real estate experience, preferably including contracts, title review, closing preparation, and client-facing transaction support
• Experience in trusts and estates, elder law, estate planning, probate, or guardianship is strongly preferred
• Associate degree required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience with Clio is helpful
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize work, and follow through without constant direction
• Professional, client-service-oriented approach

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $75,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience and role alignment
• Medical insurance reimbursement available, approximately $400 to $500 per month
• 401(k) with is 3% match if you contribute 4% and 4% if you contribute 5%.
• 3 weeks of paid time off
• 11 to 13 paid holidays
• Bonus potential
• Growth potential within the firm
• Team-oriented work environment
• Convenient Pleasantville location with free parking

About the Firm

Meyer & Spencer, PC is a boutique New York law firm that has provided outstanding, timely, and value-based legal services since 1993. The firm focuses on estate planning, trusts, probate and estate administration, elder law, Medicaid planning, guardianship, real estate transactions, and related business matters.

The firm is known for giving each client personal attention and for maintaining a team environment where people are accessible, supportive, and focused on doing the work well. Procedures are in place to support independent work, and the firm values both professional excellence and reasonable work/life balance.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume for confidential consideration. A cover letter is not required with your initial application. If selected for a second interview, the firm will request a brief cover letter so you can share more about your interest in the position and how your experience aligns with the role.

Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.