Litigation Paralegal
Crawford Thomas Recruiting · New York, NY · 2 wk ago
Legal$85k–$100k/yrFull-time
LITIGATION PARALEGAL – PERSONAL INJURY Location: New York, NY Work Setup: Onsite, Monday–Friday Salary: $85,000–$100,000, based on experience Benefits: Full benefits after 90 days, including health benefits, 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Schedule: 8:00 AM–4:00 PM or 9:00 AM–5:00 PM A highly respected and rapidly growing New York City plaintiff personal injury firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its team. This role is ideal for a highly organized, motivated paralegal who enjoys taking ownership of litigation files and working in a fast-paced environment. You will work closely with an attorney (one-to-one) while maintaining significant responsibility for cases throughout the litigation process. What You'll Do Manage a high-volume caseload Maintain organized electronic case files and track critical deadlines and statutes of limitations Handle litigation matters throughout the case lifecycle Draft Notices of Claim, Summonses and Complaints, Bills of Particulars, discovery demands and responses, Notes of Issue, subpoenas, and other litigation documents Electronically file legal documents in compliance with New York State and New York City court requirements Prepare demand packages and assist attorneys with discovery and case development Support trial preparation and organize materials for hearings, depositions, and trial Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients throughout the litigation process Work closely with attorneys, legal assistants, and other members of the litigation team Maintain a high level of accuracy, organization, follow-through, and client service What You Bring Personal injury litigation paralegal experience handling New York cases Strong litigation experience and understanding of the New York litigation process Ability to manage cases and files through multiple stages of litigation Knowledge of New York State and New York City statutes, court rules, and legal procedures Experience with New York electronic court filing systems Strong legal drafting and document preparation skills Ability to manage a significant caseload in a fast-paced environment Excellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-through Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team Professional, accountable, and client-focused approach Bilingual communication skills Ability and willingness to work fully onsite Monday–Friday in New York City Preferred 3+ years of personal injury litigation paralegal experience Experience handling matters from intake through resolution Familiarity with SmartAdvocate New York State Notary Public license or willingness to obtain one Compensation And Benefits $85,000–$100,000 annual salary, negotiable based on experience Full benefits after 90 days Health benefits 401(k) Paid holidays PTO package Structured training and onboarding Significant responsibility and ownership of litigation files Opportunity to join a rapidly growing New York personal injury firm ,