Civil Litigation Paralegal

Law Offices of Stefan J. Erwin, LLC; Union (NJ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Law Offices of Stefan J. Erwin, LLC in Union, NJ seeks a Civil Litigation Paralegal for a full-time, in-person role with some work-from-home flexibility.

You will draft and prepare legal documents, organize case files, manage deadlines, and coordinate communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel. You will conduct legal research, review and summarize documents, assist with pleadings, motions, and discovery responses, assemble court filings, and maintain precise records while

Qualifications

• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Ability to perform Legal Document Preparation, including drafting correspondence, discovery requests, and other civil litigation documents.
• Proficiency in Document Review, including organizing, analyzing, and summarizing case materials and evidence.
• Experience conducting Legal Research using online legal databases and resources to support case strategy.
• Knowledge of drafting and formatting Pleadings and Motions for filing in state and regional courts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to accuracy and clarity.
• Solid organizational and time management abilities, including managing multiple matters and deadlines.
• Proficiency with law office technology, including case management software (Clio), Office 365 word processing, and electronic filing systems.
• Prior civil litigation paralegal or legal assistant experience preferred; paralegal certificate or relevant coursework beneficial.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and commitment to client service in a legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents, organize case files, and manage deadlines and calendars.
• Coordinate communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Review and summarize documents; conduct legal research to support civil matters.
• Assist with the preparation of pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Assemble and finalize court filings and maintain accurate records; support attorneys throughout litigation.

Skills

Spanish speaking

Legal document preparation

Document review

Legal research

Draft pleadings & motions

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Legal software proficiency

Paralegal experience

Professionalism

Education

Paralegal certificate

Relevant coursework

Tools

Clio

Office 365

Electronic filing systems

Job description

Company Description

The Law Offices of Stefan J. Erwin, LLC is a regional law firm providing concierge and bespoke legal services to clients in New York and North Jersey. The firm focuses on individualized, client-centered representation, tailoring strategies to meet each client's specific needs. Services emphasize accessibility, responsiveness, and high-quality legal work in civil matters. Team members collaborate closely to deliver thoughtful, detail-oriented support. The firm values professionalism, integrity, and a service-minded approach to law practice.

Role Description

The Civil Litigation Paralegal is a full-time in person role based in Union, NJ, with some work-from-home flexibility. In addition to phones and office support, Day-to-Day responsibilities include drafting and preparing legal documents, organizing case files, managing deadlines and calendars, and coordinating communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel. The role involves reviewing and summarizing documents, conducting legal research to support civil litigation matters, and assisting with the preparation of pleadings, motions, and discovery responses. The paralegal will help assemble and finalize court filings, maintain accurate records, and support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation. This position requires strong attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a busy practice.

Qualifications

• Spanish speaking preferred.
• Ability to perform Legal Document Preparation, including drafting correspondence, discovery requests, and other civil litigation documents.
• Proficiency in Document Review, including organizing, analyzing, and summarizing case materials and evidence.
• Experience conducting Legal Research using online legal databases and resources to support case strategy.
• Knowledge of drafting and formatting Pleadings and Motions for filing in state and regional courts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to accuracy and clarity.
• Solid organizational and time management abilities, including managing multiple matters and deadlines.
• Proficiency with law office technology, including case management software (Clio), Office 365 word processing, and electronic filing systems.
• Prior civil litigation paralegal or legal assistant experience preferred; paralegal certificate or relevant coursework beneficial.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and commitment to client service in a legal environment.

This is a salaried position from 55,000 to 70,000 per year depending on experience. We do not yet provide healthcare. We are a small firm.