Complex Commercial and White-Collar Criminal Defense Litigation Paralegal I NJ/NY I $80-$100K+ I 7+ yrs exp I Excellent Benefits I Hybrid I Work-Life balance
Excellent firm, excellent benefits, hybrid and flexible schedule, need to know everything from file to trial to support this amazing team, be proactive, go-getter, and have a work-life balance! Of course, there are exceptions if something goes to trial, but this is an opportunity to be the rock of the Commercial Litigation team! Will be flexible with salary for the right person.
Responsibilities
- Impeccable writing and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask
- Creates and implements all elements of litigation case management systems, including file management (electronic and hard copy), case calendaring, discovery-related tasks, and trial activities
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Assist attorneys with document reviews
- Flexible to do whatever it takes to support the firm; previous experience with high-profile cases a plus
- Prepare state and federal court filings, including coordination of service copies, delivery of documents to Court
- Draft and review routine legal documents as requested by attorneys
- Conduct precedent and legal research under attorney supervision
- Comfortable interacting with outside entities (e.g. courts, government agencies, expert witnesses, corporations, vendors, and other law firms) to gather information or coordinate activities as needed in support of upcoming depositions, trials, and arbitrations.
- Create and maintain effective working relationships with others to facilitate a positive work environment
- Some travel for trials when needed
Experience and Required Qualifications:
- BA or BS degree and/or Paralegal Certification
- 7+ years' experience in Complex Commercial litigation with AMLAW100 or a Top 10 Boutique firm
- Efficient with eDiscovery, legal case management software, and billable hours
- Strong attention to detail and accountability
- Go-Getter, Flexible, Creative, Proven Success
- Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work concurrently on a variety of matters and manage time and expectations
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines
- Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as knowledge of Adobe Acrobat Pro. Legal case management software and eDiscovery
Please note: This is a confidential search, so I cannot disclose the name of the firm until we talk. Thank you, Lisa Perna lperna@tgcsearch.com