JOB-1106
Salary Range Target: $60,000 – $70,000 Base Salary
Company Background
A rapidly expanding civil litigation firm with a national footprint, known for fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. The firm values collaboration, professional growth, and work-life balance while offering top-tier legal services. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, health and retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and a strong culture of mentorship and teamwork.
Job Description
Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join its General Liability team in the New York office. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting attorneys in all phases of litigation, especially within New York state and federal courts. This is a full-time, fast-paced position ideal for a professional who thrives on managing multiple priorities with accuracy and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Draft pleadings, discovery documents, subpoenas, motions, and correspondence.
- Organize and manage case files, records, and incoming invoices.
- Follow up on outstanding records via phone, email, and mail.
- Support attorneys with mediation and trial preparation.
- Conduct legal research using Lexis Advance and public access platforms.
- Review discovery documents for relevance and privilege in preparation for disclosure.
- Manage large caseloads and coordinate with multiple attorneys.
- Utilize document management systems to retrieve and archive case materials.
- Track deadlines and maintain detailed calendars for litigation activities.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in general liability.
- Strong familiarity with NY court procedures, including e-filing.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat.
- Experience with Aderant Total Office (ATO) preferred.
- Working knowledge of Lexis Advance.
- Demonstrated ability to draft legal documents and manage high-volume caseloads.
- Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior billing experience required.