Junior Litigation Paralegal

Gainor Staffing; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A top litigation firm in New York, NY is seeking a Junior Litigation Paralegal to join their team. This hybrid position requires a bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of experience proofreading documents in a legal setting. The ideal candidate will have exceptional proofreading skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include preparing and e-filing legal documents, drafting filings, maintaining case files, managing litigation calendars, and supporting hearings and trials.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience proofreading documents at a law firm or similar environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with legal document filing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Proofread, prepare, and e-file legal documents in court.
• Draft administrative filings such as notices and motions.
• Organize and maintain case files and discovery materials.
• Manage litigation calendars and deadlines.
• Conduct legal research and summarize court dockets.
• Support hearings and trials, coordinating with vendors.

Skills

Excellent proofreading skills

Document review skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Westlaw

PACER

Relativity

Job description

A top litigation firm in NYC is seeking a Junior Litigation Paralegal to join the team. This position requires excellent proofreading skills.

Who You Are

• You have a bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of experience proofreading documents at a law firm, non-profit, or similar professional services environment
• Exceptional proofreading and document review skills with a sharp eye for accuracy and compliance
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Adobe Acrobat, Westlaw, PACER, and Relativity is a plus

What You’ll Do

• Proofread, prepare, and e-file legal documents in federal and state courts with precision
• Draft administrative filings such as notices of appearance, letter motions, and declarations
• Organize and maintain case files and discovery materials
• Manage litigation calendars and calculate deadlines based on court rules
• Conduct factual and legal research and summarize court dockets
• Support hearings, trials, and arbitrations, including coordinating with vendors

What Success Looks Like

• Legal documents are error‑free, properly formatted, and filed on time
• Case files and discovery materials are organized and easily accessible for attorneys
• Litigation calendars are maintained without missed deadlines
• Research and docket summaries provide clear, actionable insights for the legal team
• Hearings and trials run smoothly with all logistical details handled effectively

Salary Range: $65,000 – 75,000 annually, based on experience

Location: New York, NY – Hybrid

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.