Legal Assistant / Operations Support/Paralegal

Legal Assistant / Operations Support

Loom Light Legal PLLC

Location: Cooperstown, NY area — hybrid, with remote work and local in person responsibilities

Pay: $20 per hour with room to grow.

Schedule: Flexible; part-time or full-time, depending on the candidate and the firm’s needs

Anticipated start: January 2027, with flexibility for the right candidate

About Loom Light

Legal Loom Light Legal PLLC is a growing, modern law practice led by a solo attorney. Our work includes family law and divorce, criminal defense, estate planning, Medicaid applications, and pet-related legal matters. We use technology, cloud-based tools, and practical systems to keep the practice organized and make legal services more accessible and personal. This is the firm’s first assistant hire—an opportunity to work directly with the attorney, learn the day-to-day realities of legal practice, and help shape how the firm operates. The role combines legal support, practice operations, and some personal-assistant and dog-care responsibilities. It is varied, hands-on work for someone who enjoys learning, solving problems, and bringing structure to a busy practice.

What You’ll Do

Help with client intake, phone calls, scheduling, client communications, and digital file organization. Prepare basic correspondence and assist with legal documents under attorney supervision. Organize case materials and help prepare for hearings and trials, with opportunities to accompany the attorney to court. Assist with billing coordination, local filings, and other administrative tasks. Help improve digital workflows and learn the firm’s cloud-based practice-management and automation tools, including Clio. Provide occasional personal-assistant support and l dog-sitting. Comfort with these responsibilities is an important part of the position.

Who Would Be a Good Fit

No particular degree is required. We value curiosity, sound judgment, reliability, and a willingness to learn. This could be a good fit for someone considering law school, a current law student seeking practical experience, or someone who enjoys intellectually engaging work and supporting others.

We’re looking for someone who: Writes clearly and communicates with warmth, patience, and professionalism. Is organized, attentive to detail, and dependable about follow-through. Is comfortable learning new technology and working with digital files and systems. Can adapt when priorities change and take initiative while knowing when to ask questions. Handles sensitive client information with discretion. Genuinely enjoys dogs and is comfortable with walks and occasional dog-sitting. Lives within practical traveling distance of Cooperstown for in-person work, courthouse tasks, and dog care.

What You Can Expect

$20 per hour with potential to grow. A flexible hybrid schedule—not a fully remote position. Direct training and mentorship from an experienced litigator. Hands-on exposure to client intake, case preparation, hearings, trials, and specialized applications. An opportunity to help build practical systems and grow with a small firm. The exact hours and balance of responsibilities will be discussed with candidates so that expectations are clear from the start.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief note introducing yourself through this job listing. Tell us what interests you about the role, what you would like to learn, and how you like to work. Please also include your general availability and whether you are seeking part-time or full-time hours. To show that you have read the full posting, begin your note with “I love dogs.”

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cooperstown, NY 13326