Litigation Paralegal

About the role

Bush & Bush Law Group, a distinguished plaintiff’s personal injury law firm specializing in auto accidents, semi‑trucking accidents, employment law, and sexual assault cases, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with expertise in New York law. This fully remote position involves developing legal strategies, supervising a foreign paralegal staff, and directly supporting litigation efforts.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop foreign paralegal staff to ensure consistency, quality, and efficiency.
• Independently propound and respond to discovery requests from scratch, creating tailored discovery strategies based on case specifics and legal requirements.
• Prepare precise jury charges that identify critical elements needed for successful case outcomes, and use them to draft petitions, complaints, and targeted discovery.
• Draft comprehensive petitions, pleadings, and complaints for both state and federal court jurisdictions, addressing all relevant legal elements and strategic objectives.
• Review and analyze discovery records and evidence, drafting motions to compel as necessary and ensuring accurate presentation of case information.
• Proactively monitor and adhere to all court deadlines and statutes, guaranteeing timely and error‑free submission of legal documents.
• Assemble flawless trial binders and prepare all necessary materials to support attorneys during court proceedings.
• Draft legal motions with in‑depth analysis and clear articulation of legal arguments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of paralegal experience specializing in New York plaintiff’s personal injury law, with substantial exposure to complex litigation.
• Experience with federal filings is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to independently draft and respond to discovery requests and develop tailored legal strategies from scratch.
• Fluency in English; fluency in Spanish is preferred.
• Proficiency in crafting jury charges and aligning petitions and discovery with key case elements.
• Exceptional organizational skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Leadership experience: ability to train, supervise, and inspire a team of junior and foreign paralegals.
• Comfortable and effective in a fully remote working environment while maintaining high performance and accountability.

Benefits

• Positive culture with supportive and innovative leadership.
• Impactful role shaping the future of a growing firm.
• Competitive compensation, including a generous salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional growth opportunities and ongoing development.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work‑life balance.