"Legal Assistant / Paralegal"

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Job #: 041580

Location: Syracuse, NY

Pay Range: $20.67 - $26.44 Per Hour

Hours:
Standard University business hours:
8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am - 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Job Description:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the University's growing and dynamic Office of University Counsel, offering primary support to the University's intellectual property and research attorneys. The Legal Assistant / Paralegal will provide comprehensive support to in-house attorneys in providing strategic legal advice on a broad range of administrative, litigation and transactional matters to University clients, with a particular focus on research and technology transfer, intellectual property and economic development and innovation. We are looking for someone who has experience providing administrative support in a fast-paced and complex university or legal environment, who is flexible and willing to support the office wherever needed, and who is eager to learn and grow with us as we build out our high level in-house legal team.

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About Syracuse University:

Syracuse University is a place where talent, desire, and opportunity thrive. In 12 different schools and colleges that span the liberal arts and professional disciplines, students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds come together to learn, create, and break boundaries. The University is also a vital part of the community, providing services as well as being a leader in employee benefits, work-life and organizational development, training, student employment, staff relations, and workforce diversity.

About the Syracuse area:

Syracuse itself is located at the crossroads of New York State, and offers a lush landscape of seasons. From fun-filled summers in the Finger Lakes to snowy winters that thrill outdoor sports enthusiasts, the area truly has something for everyone.

To apply, visit https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/107820