Litigation Paralegal

10-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Litigation Paralegal At Patterson Belknap, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We are looking for a Litigation Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in the litigation field, preferably in a mid to large sized law firm. This position offers a competitive salary of $125,000 - $145,000, plus benefits and bonus eligibility. **Job Responsibilities:** - Assist attorneys with all facets of case management, including document productions, preparing for and attending depositions, conducting legal and factual research, and participating in case teams for mediations, arbitrations, and trials. - Prepare case chronologies, exhibits, and evidence. - Manage post-trial procedures. **Qualifications & Skills:** - Bachelor’s Degree required - Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Pacer ECF system, as well as, the NYS Court Filings System - Superior proofreading and research skills - Ability to work with other managers and employees at all levels in a collaborative and collegial environment - Flexible problem solver, self-directed, customer service oriented, and collaborative - Strong written and verbal communication skills with all staff levels and backgrounds - Ability to step into unfamiliar roles as needed and work to support other members of the litigation paralegal teams - Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills - Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and writing skills, as well as, excellent problem solving and analysis skills - Ability to multi-task, handle urgent projects and tight deadlines, and be willing to travel for out of state work - Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and demonstrate solid judgement consistently PBWT is an equal opportunity employer and an advocate of workforce diversity. If this role interests you but you believe your prior work experience may not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role, or we may help you explore other suitable opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you. ## Summary Patterson Belknap is looking for a Litigation Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in the litigation field, preferably in a mid to large sized law firm. They must have a Bachelor’s Degree and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Pacer ECF system, and the NYS Court Filings System. The successful candidate must possess superior proofreading and research skills, have the ability to work with other managers and employees at all levels in a collaborative and collegial environment, have strong written and verbal communication skills, be able to step into unfamiliar roles as needed, demonstrate excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills, have strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and writing skills, as well as, excellent problem solving and analysis skills, and be able to multi-task, handle urgent projects and tight deadlines, and be willing to travel for out of state work. They must also be able to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and demonstrate solid judgement consistently. The starting base salary range is $125,000 - $145,000, plus competitive benefits and bonus eligibility. PBWT is an equal opportunity employer and an advocate of workforce diversity. If this role interests you, please apply even if your prior work experience may not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description.

Competitive Benefits and Bonus Eligibility

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Pacer ECF system, NYS Court Filings System, Relativity, TextMap, proofreading, research, communication, writing, problem solving, analysis, multi-tasking, time management, organizational

Bachelor's Degree

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Qualification and Experience Bachelor's Degree

Legal