Litigation Paralegal

Orion Placement; Brooklyn (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A litigation support firm in New York is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to assist attorneys in a fast-growing commercial litigation practice. This full-time, on-site role involves managing case deadlines, drafting pleadings, handling NYSCEF filings, and providing regular updates to clients. The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of litigation experience in New York, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word. Competitive salary and potential for long-term growth are offered in a dynamic, professional environment.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant in New York.
• Experience supporting civil or commercial litigation matters.
• Experience with NYSCEF e-filing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the attorney’s primary litigation support from intake through resolution.
• Manage case deadlines, calendars, and workflow to keep matters moving efficiently.
• Draft pleadings including complaints, answers, and counterclaims.
• Prepare and respond to discovery demands, subpoenas, and disclosures.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized

Detail oriented

Self starter

Tools

Microsoft Word

Google Workspace

Job description

• Be the trusted right hand to an attorney in a fast growing commercial litigation practice
• Work in a role where your judgment, organization, and initiative truly matter
• Handle meaningful, end to end litigation work rather than task based support
• Join a collaborative, professional environment that values reliability and personality
• Competitive pay with strong benefits and long term growth potential

Location

This is a full time, on site role based in Garden City, New York, working in the office five days per week.

Note

This position requires at least 1 year of New York litigation experience and hands on familiarity with NYSCEF e filing.

About Our Client

Our client is a growing New York litigation firm focused on commercial and civil matters. They are known for being serious about their work without being stiff or corporate, and they value accountability, teamwork, and a strong sense of ownership in their staff.

Job Description

• Serve as the attorney’s primary litigation support from intake through resolution
• Manage case deadlines, calendars, and workflow to keep matters moving efficiently
• Draft pleadings including complaints, answers, and counterclaims
• Prepare and respond to discovery demands, subpoenas, and disclosures
• Draft and organize motion papers including notices, affirmations, memoranda of law, and exhibits
• Perform legal and factual research as needed
• Handle NYSCEF filings and ensure compliance with New York court procedures
• Communicate professionally with courts, opposing counsel, and self represented parties
• Maintain organized, complete, and up to date case files
• Provide regular updates to clients and help build strong client relationships
• Identify opportunities to improve systems and overall firm efficiency

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant in New York
• Experience supporting civil or commercial litigation matters
• Working knowledge of New York court rules, filings, and motion practice
• Experience with NYSCEF e filing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word including formatting and track changes
• Comfortable working with PDFs, document management, and Google Workspace
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and deadline driven
• Self starter who takes initiative and follows through

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• You are trusted to run with your work and be relied upon
• Your ideas and input are valued, not ignored
• The firm is growing and wants you to grow with it
• Professional environment with personality and approachability