This position will work closely with attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including discovery, case preparation, legal research, document management, and trial and arbitration preparation. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients.
Our Legal Support Department is comprised of skilled and motivated professionals who work collaboratively to provide high-quality support across the Firm.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with attorneys throughout the litigation process and assist with the preparation of motions, pleadings, and other case filings.
- Assist attorneys with managing active caseloads, deadlines, discovery, and case-related materials.
- Review case files and utilize available research resources to gather and organize information relevant to pending matters.
- Draft discovery demands and responses, including Requests for Production, Interrogatories, Notices for Discovery and Inspection, and Requests for Admissions.
- Review and process deposition transcripts and assist in preparing case chronologies, timelines, summaries, and demonstrative exhibits.
- Prepare trial and arbitration hearing materials and binders.
- Assist with drafting litigation-related documents, including motions, proposed orders, requests for judicial notice, and evidentiary objections.
- Assist with electronic filing in New Jersey State, Federal, and Appellate Courts.
- Review and prepare documents for production, including redaction and Bates labeling.
- Prepare preservation-of-evidence letters and document request letters.
- Conduct legal research using LexisNexis.
- Prepare and process HIPAA authorizations and follow up with providers regarding medical records.
- Review, summarize, and analyze medical records and other case-related documentation to assist attorneys in the defense of matters.
- Maintain organized case files and assist with calendaring and tracking litigation deadlines, as needed.
- Perform other duties as necessary to support attorneys, the Legal Support Department, and office operations.
Qualifications
- Paralegal certificate required.
- 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience required.
- Experience supporting attorneys through various stages of litigation, including discovery and case preparation.
- Familiarity with legal terminology, litigation procedures, and legal technology; experience with NetDocuments and LexisNexis preferred.
- Experience with State and Federal Court electronic filing systems.
- Strong legal research, writing, proofreading, and document-management skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing assignments, manage deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and other members of the Legal Support Department.
- Professional, dependable, and service-oriented approach to supporting attorneys and clients.
- Competitive compensation, including performance- and billable hour-based bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits offerings.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Dynamic, team-oriented, on-site working environment that values collaboration, communication, and support.
Successful candidates will have access to meaningful career development opportunities and a competitive Total Rewards package, including comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to earn performance- and billable hour-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range: $75,000–$90,000
Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.
