Job description:
General Liability Defense Paralegal
Our client is currently seeking a Full-time General Litigation Paralegal with 4+ years of experience. The candidate will be working with attorneys in a variety of litigation matters and should have a background and experience working in a litigationfirm. Must be proactive and have excellent organizational, scheduling and calendaring skills. The ability to multi-task, manage a large caseload and work in a fast-paced environment isalso required.
The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of federal and state statutes, rules, and procedures pertaining to electronic court filings and systems (PACER, NYSCEF, e-law/e-track) as well as basic research capabilities (Lexis/Westlaw).
Responsibilities include:
- Drafting of routine court documents such as Notices of Appearances, Pro Hac Vice Motions, Notices of Motions, Subpoenas, Stipulations and other general court documents.
- Compile and/or draft legal documents for review and use by attorneys such as routine discovery responses and affidavits.
- Request, pursue, subpoena and work with record vendors to obtain medical treatment and/or educational records.
- Prepares exhibits and other demonstrative evidence.
- Conduct case law research using Lexis/Westlaw and public access websites to assist with strategies for defense
- Organize, analyze, chart and/or index, medical treatment and education records, documents and/or exhibits for motion practice.
- May assist attorneys in preparation of witnesses for deposition and/or trial concerning general matters.
- Review documents for relevance and privilege in preparation for disclosure.
- Review, categorize and analyze reports, records, data and discovery responses.
- Capture and record billable time in accordance with policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Requirements:
- At least 4+ years relevant experience.
- Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
- Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks.
- Ability to work with multiple attorneys.
- Ability to work with large document intensive cases.
- Proficient in Lexis and/or Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel and KOFAX Professional.
- Bachelors degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
Our client is a leading mid-sized law firm with offices around the tri-state and Florida. They offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits plan including medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays. Hybrid work environment, working 9-5pm.
Hybrid Hours:
Monday-Friday, 9am 5pmwith the flexibility to work overtime when neededMinimum 3 days a week in office
The annualized salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000.Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience andother job-related factors permitted by law.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : $ 60000
Salary Max : $ 85000
Currency Type : USD