Paralegal

Overview

The New York Foundling is a New York-based nonprofit with a long history of serving children, families, and communities since 1869. Its work centers on helping people move toward stability, safety, and independence through foster care services, family support, developmental disability services, and access to health and mental health care. The organization takes a whole-person, whole-family, and whole-life approach to strengthen long-term wellbeing.

This position provides a mix of legal, administrative, and project support to help the agency stay aligned with laws, regulations, and internal policies while supporting its human services mission. The role blends legal knowledge with project coordination and outcome tracking to strengthen organizational performance and social impact. The Paralegal will report to the Chief Legal Officer and partner with program teams, attorneys, and outside collaborators to improve access to services, support clients, and assist with legal representation for the agency.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate and help carry out legal projects and operational tasks tied to the agency’s legal work, including litigation, contracts, regulatory compliance, employment matters, and related matters.
• Perform legal and factual research, evaluate issues, and distill findings into clear summaries that support decisions and program planning.
• Assist with case management by drafting and reviewing legal paperwork, maintaining case files, and monitoring outcomes.
• Keep records, files, and databases accurate, secure, and confidential in line with agency expectations and legal requirements.
• Support program evaluation by gathering data and preparing reports on key performance indicators.
• Help build reports, presentations, and dashboard-style metrics to show program results and impact.
• Work with internal stakeholders to move agency priorities forward and strengthen service delivery.
• Contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and best practices for legal and program operations.
• Partner with attorneys in the Legal Department on longer-term initiatives and take primary ownership of document management.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant area is required.
• At least 2 years of experience in paralegal work, legal support, or executive support connected to litigation, contracts, or regulatory compliance.
• Experience in government, nonprofit, or public interest law is considered an advantage.
• Background in project coordination or executive support is a plus.
• Strong ability to research, draft, and maintain thorough documentation.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong eye for detail.
• Comfort using case management platforms, Microsoft Office, and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with social service regulations and nonprofit operations is beneficial.
• A mission-oriented approach with attention to client outcomes and broader program goals.

Additional Information

The organization emphasizes inclusion, equity, and welcome across its workforce and learning environments, and it values the unique experiences and identities of its employees.

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree from a U.S.-accredited institution, or a credential evaluation if the degree is from a non-U.S. institution.

Salary

The compensation range for this role is $70,000 to $75,000 per year.