Asbestos Litigation Paralegal – Impact-Driven Support

Medium; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis

Paid Time Off

Commuter Transit Program

Retirement Plan

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP in Midtown Manhattan seeks an experienced Asbestos Paralegal to join the team. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of asbestos litigation experience; aPersonal Injury paralegal background will also be considered.

This is a full-time, in-office role based five days a week. You will prepare legal documents, maintain case files, monitor dockets, and interact with clients while supporting attorneys in asbestos-related personal injury matters.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Personal Injury paralegal.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of legal documents, such as complaints, service lists, motions, and discovery requests/responses related to asbestos cases.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents and evidence are properly indexed and accessible in Smart Advocate.
• Monitor the docket and make sure all filing deadlines are met.
• Interact with clients to gather information, provide updates on case progress, and assist in answering their questions and concerns.
• Conduct legal research to support attorneys in asbestos-related personal injury cases, including gathering information on asbestos-containing products, exposure sources, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Perform some administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars and handling correspondence related to asbestos cases.

Skills

Personal Injury paralegal experience

Windows-based software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP in Midtown Manhattan seeks an experienced Asbestos Paralegal to join the team. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of asbestos litigation experience; aPersonal Injury paralegal background will also be considered.

This is a full-time, in-office role based five days a week. You will prepare legal documents, maintain case files, monitor dockets, and interact with clients while supporting attorneys in asbestos-related personal injury matters.