Litigation Paralegal

Harwood Lloyd, LLC; Markham; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a full-time Litigation Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing essential administrative support in the General Litigation department, where you'll collaborate closely with attorneys and interact with clients. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent communication skills, and have a passion for the legal field, this opportunity is perfect for you. The firm is committed to empowering its employees and offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, generous paid time off, and unique perks. Join this successful law firm and make a meaningful impact in the community!

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Free flu shots

Company outings

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a paralegal or in a related legal field is essential.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to multitask are critical.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to support legal proceedings and assist in drafting legal documents.
• Maintain digital filing and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to prioritize and multitask

Deadline and detail-oriented

Experience in legal field

Strong judgment and confidentiality

Education

Paralegal certification

Relevant job experience in legal field

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Harwood Lloyd, LLP of Hackensack, NJ is looking to hire a full-time Litigation Paralegal with experience in General Litigation to join our firm. Are you a forward-thinking team player who is determined to succeed? Would you like to work for a successful law firm that is not only known as being trustworthy and hardworking but also dedicated to giving back to our community? Are you an energetic problem solver that is passionate about the law? Do you want to be part of a diverse team that serves people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences? If so, please read on!

We offer a competitive benefits package for our full-time employees that includes health, dental and vision insurance, long-term disability, firm-paid life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching and profit sharing, generous paid time off allowance (PTO), paid holidays plus more! Perks like free flu shots, mid-week bagels, company outings, and much more are also enjoyed by our staff! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply now!

ABOUT HARWOOD LLOYD, LLP

Harwood Lloyd, LLP is a full-service law firm that proudly serves regional and individual clients by offering the personal attention and service of a boutique firm with the experience and quality of a large national firm.

Today, our firm has grown to a roster of over 35 attorneys, each of whom has been carefully selected to ensure that we can meet the increasing demand for high levels of sophistication in every segment of the metropolitan area's expanding market. Harwood Lloyd's talent has been recognized by top publications in the legal industry, including US News - Best Lawyers in America "Best Law Firms," 201 Magazine's Top Lawyers, and Super Lawyers.

Our team shares the common goal of providing clients with high-quality customer service and excellent legal representation. We strive to create an environment where employees feel empowered to thrive personally and professionally.

LITIGATION PARALEGAL

In our General Litigation department, you work hand-in-hand with our attorneys to provide daily administrative support. Your positive, can-do attitude makes you a joy to work with for both clients and staff alike. While you are organized and love the satisfaction of getting things done, you are also a people person and enjoy interacting with clients, the courts, and colleagues throughout your workday. Though you are self-directed and able to work independently, you are also a team player who collaborates well with everyone at the firm to make things happen for our clients. You feel great about working for an ethical firm where customer service is a priority.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research to support legal proceedings
• Assist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documents
• Drafting discovery demands and responses to discovery
• Working with legal assistant to monitor discovery and file necessary motions
• Maintaining digital filing
• Maintaining insurance company guidelines in data management systems
• Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
• Monitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
• Record and store client information

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
• Paralegal certification or related relevant job experience
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deadline and detail-oriented

Are you able to prioritize tasks effectively? Can you function under pressure from deadlines? Do you have excellent communication skills? Are you flexible and resilient in an ever-evolving atmosphere? Do you exhibit sound judgment? Can you maintain strict confidentiality? If so, then you might just be perfect for this position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm position.

READY TO JOIN OUR LAW FIRM?

If you feel that you would be right for this position at our law firm, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!