Experienced Litigation Paralegal- Personal Injury (Financial District, NYC)

Lipsig, Shapey, Moverman, Freund & Wisell, PLLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personal injury law firm in New York City is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal. The role involves managing litigation files, communicating with clients, drafting legal documents, and assisting with trial preparation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills and have at least 3 years of experience in a plaintiff's personal injury law setting, with an emphasis on client interaction and legal documentation.

Benefits

401(k)

Health, dental, and life insurance

Profit sharing

Collaborative office environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing litigation cases from intake to trial preparation is essential.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office is required.
• Strong initiative and professional demeanor needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation files with minimal supervision.
• Draft pleadings and discovery documents.
• Assist in trial preparation and client communications.

Skills

Client Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Spanish Fluency

Education

3+ years in plaintiff’s personal injury law firm

Tools

Microsoft Office

Smart Advocate

Job description

Experienced Litigation Paralegal- Personal Injury (Financial District, NYC)

Experienced Litigation Paralegal- Personal Injury (Financial District, NYC)

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We are a highly successful, well-established Plaintiff’s personal injury law firm located in the heart of the Financial District in New York City. Our firm is committed to representing victims of catastrophic injuries throughout New York State with the highest level of care and professionalism.

We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, collaborative, and welcoming work environment where every team member plays an essential role in our success.

We are currently seeking an experienced, organized, and motivated Paralegal to join our team.

The Ideal Candidate:

You are a self-starter who can independently manage a litigation file from intake through trial preparation. You are proactive, understand the litigation process, and don’t require step-by-step instructions to keep a case moving forward. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, take initiative and are driven by the desire to see each case through to the best possible outcome for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• File Ownership: Take full responsibility for managing litigation files, with minimal supervision. Understand the big picture and how to drive a case forward.
• Case Management: Maintain well-organized case files, ensuring all documents, discovery, and communications are accurately filed and up to date.
• Client Communication: Serve as a point of contact for clients—gather information, provide case updates, and explain the legal process clearly and compassionately.
• Discovery & Litigation Support: Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery demands/responses, and other litigation documents.
• Court Filings: Prepare and E-file legal documents in compliance with court rules and deadlines.
• Trial Preparation: Assist with preparing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, and supporting attorneys before and during trial.
• Attorney Support: Provide legal and administrative support to attorneys during all phases of litigation.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a plaintiff’s personal injury law firm (required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of Smart Advocate or similar legal software (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Spanish fluency (preferred)
• Professional demeanor with a strong sense of initiative
• Pay: $65,000 - $85,000/year (commensurate with experience)
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Profit sharing
• Friendly and collaborative office environment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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