Paralegal Legal Assistant

Paralegal or legal assistant - Fluent in Mandarin and English
Location: Flushing, NY 11354
Company: Dylan Chan Law Firm, PC
Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Job description:

About us
Paralegal or Legal Assistant - Fluent in Mandarin and English

We are a boutique law firm in Flushing, Queens, focusing on real estate transactions, financing and lending, condominium development, and contract/lease/agreement. We are seeking a versatile and motivated professional who is fluent in both Mandarin and English to join our growing team. We provide hands-on training in real estate and other legal practice for candidates who are motivated to learn.

Position Overview:
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to develop a long-term legal career. You will work closely with attorneys on a variety of real estate and corporate matters while assisting with office operations in a modern, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist attorneys with case management, document preparation, and closing coordination
• Prepare, proofread, organize contracts, closing packages, and other transactional documents; handle scanning and electronic filing
• Conduct legal and factual research, and draft correspondence and agreements using templates
• Manage phone calls and client communication in Mandarin and English; handle front-desk reception when needed
• Maintain calendars, client databases, billing records, and office inventory; assist with scheduling and meeting preparation
• Assist with billing, scheduling, and office inventory management
• Support attorneys in preparing for closings, filings, and meetings
• Handle administrative duties, scanning, and document processing

Qualifications:
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree
• Prior legal or real estate experience highly preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication in Mandarin and English
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Suite
•  Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional demeanor and a strong sense of responsibility

Work Environment & Benefits:
• Modern, technology-forward office setting in downtown Flushing
• Supportive team environment with mentorship and growth opportunities
• Annual salary: $40,000 – $80,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications; Candidates with no prior legal experience typically start near the lower end of the range; candidates with substantial NYC real estate or paralegal experience may qualify for higher compensation.
• Vacation days, annual performance bonus, and partial health insurance reimbursement

How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and /or a brief cover letter describing your relevant experience and language proficiency.
Join us to build a rewarding legal career with a dedicated and growing law firm serving New York's vibrant real estate and business community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Language:
• Mandarin (Required)

Ability to Commute:
• Flushing, NY 11354 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
• Flushing, NY 11354: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person