Careers at O’Connell & Aronowitz

O’Connell & Aronowitz is proud to be recognized as one of the Times Union’s Top Workplaces and a Capital District Business Review “Best Places to Work.” These honors reflect our commitment to fostering a collaborative, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture for our employees.

Why Join O’Connell & Aronowitz?

At O’Connell & Aronowitz, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We are committed to creating a professional, collaborative, and supportive environment where employees can grow and build rewarding careers.

Employees enjoy:

• A team-oriented and respectful workplace culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Meaningful work supporting clients and the community
• A workplace recognized for employee satisfaction and engagement

We are always looking for talented professionals who are committed to excellence, client service, and teamwork.  At O’Connell & Aronowitz, employees have the opportunity to build meaningful careers while contributing as valued members of our Firm.

Employee Benefits

Eligible employees may participate in a comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Health Insurance, including Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP)
  • The Firm fully covers the deductible amount for employees enrolled in our standard health insurance plan through a Firm-funded debit card available for use on the first day of coverage
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Group Life Insurance
• Group Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life and Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

To be considered for employment with O’Connell & Aronowitz, please apply using the application link associated with each position below.

O’Connell & Aronowitz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Explore Our Current Opportunities:

Construction and Business Litigation Paralegal

Position Summary

O’Connell & Aronowitz is seeking an experienced and highly organized Construction and Business Litigation Paralegal to join the Firm’s Latham office. This full-time, in-person position provides comprehensive paralegal and litigation support to attorneys handling construction, commercial, and business litigation matters.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of litigation procedures and experience working with complex legal and business documents. We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple matters and deadlines, anticipate attorney needs, and take ownership of assigned responsibilities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• • • Provide comprehensive paralegal support to attorneys handling construction, commercial, and business litigation matters.
    • Assist with all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and post-trial proceedings.
    • Prepare, organize, and maintain litigation files and case materials.
    • Prepare and organize pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, notices, correspondence, affidavits, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
    • Assist with the preparation and service of mechanic’s liens, lien enforcement matters, payment claims, and related filings.
    • Review and organize construction contracts, subcontracts, change orders, purchase orders, invoices, payment applications, schedules, project records, photographs, plans, specifications, and other construction-related documentation.
    • Assist with commercial and business litigation matters, including contract disputes, partnership and shareholder disputes, and other commercial matters.
    • Assist with document review and discovery, including collecting, organizing, indexing, and summarizing large volumes of documents.
    • Prepare discovery materials, including document demands, interrogatories, notices for discovery and inspection, and responses.
    • Assist with deposition preparation, including exhibits, chronologies, witness materials, and deposition binders.
    • Assist with preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, court appearances, and trials.
    • Conduct legal and factual research as directed by attorneys.
    • Prepare case chronologies, summaries, timelines, and other materials to assist attorneys in evaluating matters.
    • Coordinate with clients, contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, insurance representatives, experts, business owners, and other professionals as directed.
    • Coordinate depositions, examinations before trial, inspections, conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation events.
    • Maintain accurate calendars and monitor court, statutory, discovery, and case-related deadlines.
    • Assist with electronic filing and service of court documents.
    • Conduct docket and case status reviews and help ensure that files remain accurate and current.
    • Communicate professionally with clients and other parties involved in matters.
    • Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, witness materials, demonstrative evidence, and trial binders.
    • Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive client and case information.
    • Perform additional paralegal and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• • • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
    • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters and competing deadlines effectively.
    • Ability to take initiative, anticipate needs, and manage assigned responsibilities.
    • Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and other members of the legal team.
    • Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
    • Experience with legal document management and case management systems preferred.
    • Familiarity with electronic court filing systems preferred.
    • Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and sound judgment in all client and Firm interactions.

Education & Experience

• • • Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience required.
    • Construction, commercial, business, or civil litigation experience strongly preferred.
    • Experience with New York State litigation and court procedures preferred.
    • Experience with construction contracts, mechanic’s liens, payment disputes, construction defects, commercial contracts, business disputes, or related matters strongly preferred.
    • Experience supporting attorneys with complex litigation matters preferred.
    • Paralegal certificate, degree, or other relevant education preferred, but not required.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, printers, and scanners.

The position may occasionally require lifting files or office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

This is an in-person position located in the Firm’s Latham, New York office.

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

Compensation for this position ranges from $60,000 to $64,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter, resume, and list of references here.

Receptionist

Position Summary

O’Connell & Aronowitz is seeking a polished, professional, and welcoming Receptionist to serve as the face and voice of the Firm and our “Director of First Impressions.“

This position is about much more than answering phones and greeting visitors. The Receptionist plays an important role in creating a positive experience for every client, prospective client, attorney, employee, vendor, and guest who interacts with our Firm.

The ideal candidate understands the importance of professionalism, hospitality, responsiveness, and attention to detail. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people, takes initiative, and recognizes that every interaction is an opportunity to make someone feel welcome, valued, and confident that they have come to the right place.

Key Responsibilities

• • • Warmly and professionally greet clients, visitors, attorneys, employees, vendors, and guests.
    • Create a welcoming, polished, and professional reception experience.
    • Anticipate the needs of visitors and clients and provide attentive hospitality.
    • Ensure visitors are promptly connected with the appropriate attorney or employee.
    • Maintain a calm, professional, and courteous demeanor, including when interacting with individuals in difficult or sensitive situations.
    • Answer, screen, and route incoming calls promptly and professionally using a multi-line telephone system.
    • Handle general inquiries and provide appropriate information in accordance with Firm procedures.
    • Take accurate messages and ensure timely delivery.
    • Handle calls from prospective clients with professionalism and sensitivity and route intake calls according to Firm procedures.
    • Assist with coverage of the Firm’s designated litigation intake line as needed.
    • Recognize when a caller or visitor requires additional or immediate attention and appropriately escalate the matter.
    • Assist clients and visitors with directions, meeting locations, and other non-legal inquiries.
    • Maintain confidentiality when handling client, prospective client, and Firm information.
    • Monitor reception and conference room areas to ensure they are clean, organized, and prepared for clients and meetings.
    • Coordinate conference room scheduling, refreshments, and other meeting and hospitality needs.
    • Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail, packages, and deliveries.
    • Prepare outgoing mail and packages and coordinate courier services as needed.
    • Assist with maintaining office and hospitality supplies.
    • Provide administrative support to attorneys, legal assistants, and other departments as needed.
    • Assist with administrative projects and special assignments.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• • • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with a naturally welcoming and professional demeanor.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Excellent telephone etiquette.
    • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively.
    • Ability to take initiative, anticipate needs, and work independently.
    • Ability to remain composed, courteous, and professional under pressure.
    • Reliability, punctuality, and sound judgment.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer systems.
    • Ability to learn and effectively use the Firm’s telephone, computer, and other office systems.
    • Ability to work collaboratively and provide assistance wherever needed.

Education & Experience

• • • High school diploma or equivalent required.
    • Previous experience in reception, customer service, hospitality, a professional office, medical office, law firm, or similar environment required.
    • Previous law firm or professional services experience preferred.
    • Experience with a multi-line telephone system preferred.
    • Experience with client intake or appointment scheduling preferred.
    • Familiarity with legal terminology is helpful.
    • Experience working in a high-volume professional office environment preferred.

Career Opportunity

This position provides an opportunity to become an integral member of the Firm’s administrative team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn the Firm’s operations, develop relationships throughout the organization, and take on additional administrative responsibilities as experience and skills develop.

We are looking for someone who understands that the first impression is not simply a moment. It is a reflection of the entire Firm.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, printers, and scanners.

The position may occasionally require lifting files or office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

This is an in-person position located in Latham, New York.

Schedule

This is a full-time, in-person position. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Compensation is $21.00 to $22.50 per hour.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter explaining why they would be an excellent Receptionist for our Firm here.

Legal Assistant, Estate Planning & Litigation

Position Summary

O’Connell & Aronowitz is seeking an experienced and highly organized Legal Assistant to join the Firm’s Saratoga Springs office. This full-time, in-person position provides administrative and legal support to attorneys practicing in the areas of estate planning, estate administration, trust administration, and litigation.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, professional, and client-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, following attorney direction, and collaborating with attorneys and other members of the Firm.

Key Responsibilities

• • • Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys.
    • Assist with estate planning, estate administration, trust administration, and litigation matters.
    • Assist with the preparation, organization, and processing of estate planning and estate administration documents.
    • Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars, appointments, deadlines, and court schedules.
    • Open and close client files and maintain accurate and organized electronic and paper files.
    • Coordinate client intake and schedule new client consultations.
    • Greet clients and coordinate meetings, conference rooms, and related logistics.
    • Assist with case management and file review.
    • Maintain discovery and trial schedules and assist attorneys with monitoring important deadlines.
    • Prepare, organize, and electronically file documents with local, state, and federal courts.
    • Prepare correspondence and other documents at the direction of attorneys.
    • Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other professionals.
    • Provide support in additional areas of specialized litigation practice as needed.
    • Assist with special projects and perform other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• • • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
    • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines effectively.
    • Ability to work independently while following established procedures and attorney direction.
    • Professional and welcoming demeanor with a strong commitment to client service.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality of client and Firm information.
    • High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HotDocs.
    • Experience with electronic court filing systems.
    • Knowledge of NetDocuments preferred.
    • Willingness to learn new areas of practice and take on additional responsibilities.

Education & Experience

• • • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a legal assistant required.
    • Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment strongly preferred.
    • Experience in estate planning, estate administration, trust administration, civil litigation, or a related practice area preferred.
    • Experience with guardianship matters and Medicaid applications is a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment, including computers, telephones, printers, and scanners.

The position may occasionally require lifting files or office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.

This is an in-person position located in the Firm’s Saratoga Springs, New York office.

Schedule

This is a full-time, in-person position. Standard work hours are Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

Compensation is $24.00 to $26.00 per hour.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and list of professional references using our online application here.