About us:
McGivney, Kluger, Clark & Intoccia, P.C., a proven national defense firm, is dedicated to representation of corporate and insurance clients and individuals. The firm prides itself on its talented litigators who passionately and zealously represent a wide range of clients in our key practice areas of products liability, toxic torts/hazardous substances and general insurance defense of liability claims. All legal professionals at MKCI are trained to utilize the latest AI technologies for legal research and litigation assistance from case intake through trial.
The Job:
MKCI is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic General Liability Litigation team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience in litigation and a strong understanding of legal procedures, court requirements, and documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and trial.
- Perform general administrative duties including coordination of prints, scans, and duplicating projects.
- Coordinate New Matter intake process and initiate conflicts checks.
- Perform other related duties, special projects, and assignments as required.
- Schedule and coordinate appointments, meetings, and court dates.
- Draft and file legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and subpoenas.
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases.
- Organize and maintain case files, documents, and medical records.
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, and experts.
- Prepare deposition and trial exhibits.
- Billing for time.
Qualifications:
- Prior experience managing a large case load and cases involving numerous defendants or multi-district litigation.
- Minimum of two years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
- Paralegal certification or degree in paralegal studies is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of litigation processes and legal documentation.
- Proficient in legal research and legal software.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
- Ability to work independently as well as with others.
- Collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at MKCI. Therefore, the firm requires working from the office approximately 60% of the time in accordance with firm guidelines.
Why Should You Apply?:
- Excellent Benefits
- Generous PTO Policy
- Considerate Work Life Balance
- Hybrid Work Options
*Salary Commensurate With Experience - Range: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00.
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching at 1 yr of employment
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
