Paralegal

Job description

*Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered. *This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy. - Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply . Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation. BASIC FUNCTION: To provide broad-based paraprofessional support to in-house counsel in performing all legal tasks in connection with the implementation of Empire State Development’s economic development mission and purpose. WORK PERFORMED: Responsibilities can include some or all the following: - Research : Support both the legal and public affairs divisions in required research and analysis of program and legal issues upon request. Provide detailed and timely written analysis of research. - Corporate Transactions/Drafting : As necessary and required by attorneys, prepare initial drafts and/or proofread, cite check, and finalize diverse types of documentation, in support of the legal department’s corporate, lending, litigation and bond issuance activities; correspond with members of the public seeking information on ESD’s activ...