About the Role:The Litigation Paralegal plays a critical role in supporting our Litigation Department by managing case calendars, coordinating communications with clients and courts, handling e-filing and service of process, and serving as a key liaison between department leadership, associates, and attorneys across practice areas. This position involves drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, managing discovery, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations through administrative and case management support. This is an in-person role in our New York City office.
Responsibilities would include but not be limited to:- Calendar meetings, court appearances, depositions, deadlines
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court staff and other third parties as necessary
- E-filing for state and federal courts
- Oversee service of process
- Act as liaison between Litigation Department head and department associates
- Act as liaison between Litigation Department head and attorneys in other practice areas within firm
- Assist with legal research
- Draft legal documents
- Handle discovery demands and responses
- General administrative duties; filing and scanning; assembling litigation papers; maintaining matter files
- In-person attendance at courthouses as necessary
Required:- Formal training and study as a paralegal ideal, minimum of 5 years' experience.
- Bachelor's degree or higher.
- This position is full-time in office Monday-Friday.
- Strong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Experience with e-filing and in person filings; both state and federal. Must be familiar with court house procedures.
- Ability to problem-solve procedural and calendaring problems.
- Experience with Clio a plus.
Salary Rage: 75k-100K 
