Litigation Paralegal (In-person New York, NY)

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

• 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
• Aid 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

Requirements

• 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.
• Clio experience a plus.

Salary

Rage: $75k - $100K