Litigation Law Paralegal

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP in New York City seeks a dedicated Litigation Paralegal to support the Litigation Department, manage case calendars, coordinate with clients and courts, and assist with e-filing, discovery, and drafting documents.

The role is full-time in-office, with responsibilities including liaising between department leadership and associates, conducting legal research, and handling administrative duties to keep cases moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• Formal training or study as a paralegal; minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with court house procedures.
• Full-time in-office role, Monday–Friday.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Litigation Department head and department associates.
• Act as liaison between Litigation Department head and attorneys in other practice areas within the firm.
• Assist with legal research.
• Draft legal documents.
• General administrative duties; filing and scanning; assembling litigation papers.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal research

Organization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

We are an entrepreneurial law firm that tackles tough questions head-on. We understand the unique demands of running a business, and our services go beyond standard legal advice. We partner with our clients, helping them navigate their industries with insights born from experience, driving success as if it were our own.

The Litigation Paralegal plays a critical role in supporting our Litigation Department by managing case calendars, coordinating communications with clients and courts, handling e-filing and service of process, and serving as a key liaison between department leadership, associates, and attorneys across practice areas. This position involves drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, managing discovery, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations through administrative and case management support.

This is an in-person role in our New York City office.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between Litigation Department head and department associates
• Act as liaison between Litigation Department head and attorneys in other practice areas within firm
• Assist with legal research
• Draft legal documents
• General administrative duties; filing and scanning; assembling litigation papers;

Qualifications

• Formal training and study as a paralegal ideal, minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Strong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Must be familiar with court house procedures.
• This position is full-time in office Monday-Friday.