Job Title: Defense Litigation Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze discovery documents, case materials, and correspondence.
- Draft legal documents including third-party summons and complaints, notices of appearance, discovery responses, discovery demands, subpoenas, stipulations, consents to change attorneys, notice of entry, and other legal documents and correspondence.
- Assist with depositions.
- Obtain and maintain medical and other records.
- Coordinate investigations, expert examinations, and inspections.
- Organize and maintain file documents.
- Assist with motions and preparation of exhibits.
- E-file documents with NYSCEF and PACER.
- Assist with pre-trial and trial preparation.
Education and Experience Information:
- Paralegal Certificate or degree required.
- At least three (3) years of experience working at a defense law firm.
- Experience assisting in court filings and basic motion practice.
- Ability to handle a No-Fault calendar.
- Understanding of the court system, including when, where, why, and how to file certain motions.
- Strong research skills.
- Familiarity with NY courts.
- Experience reviewing medical and accident reports.
- Experience with client contact.
Additional Skills:
- Strong oral and written communication and organization skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task efficiently.
- Attention to detail.
- Experience in Microsoft Office.
- Experience in Prolaw is a plus.
Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Type:
- Full-time (with Hybrid schedule available at this time)
- Hybrid Schedule Subject to Change
Salary Information:
- Salary Range: $50, – $70, per year – Commensurate with Experience
Benefits:
The law firm offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
- Paid Family Leave (PFL)
- Domestic Partner Benefits (Same-Sex)
- Short and Long-term Disability
- Firm-paid Life Insurance
- Employee Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Pre-tax Parking and Transit Programs – Commuter Benefits
- Pre-tax Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and HRA)
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- 401(k) Matching Program
- 12 paid holidays per year
- 3 weeks of PTO per year to start
- Bereavement Policy
- Jury Duty
About the Law Firm:
The law firm began in 2002 with a small team of lawyers representing insurance clients in New York and has grown to over 100 lawyers across New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The firm has achieved successful growth by providing highly-experienced representation in all areas of civil litigation. Their primary objective is the swift, cost-effective resolution of cases with the most favorable outcome possible for clients. The law firm is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, a rating achieved only by a select group of law firms after a rigorous screening process. The attorneys have handled thousands of cases across numerous practice areas throughout the Northeast and are known as a "go-to" trial firm, having tried over 500 cases since the firm's formation. The law firm aims to provide sound legal counsel and excellent client service, laying a foundation for future growth.
