Litigation Paralegal

Nukk-Freeman & Cerra, PC Employment Attorneys; Chatham (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nukk-Freeman & Cerra, PC Employment Attorneys in Chatham is seeking a seasoned Paralegal to provide litigation, administrative and legal support to our attorneys. This hybrid role requires in‑office presence in the Chatham office at least two days per week, with flexibility for additional days as needed.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, preparing documents for depositions, organizing exhibits, handling discovery, redaction and Bates stamping, researching public records, and tracking

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of Paralegal experience.
• Strong understanding of law firm procedures and requirements.
• Strong understanding of relevant court rules.
• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare indexes and chronologies of produced documents.
• Draft legal documents including answers to complaints, motions, certifications, etc.
• Review and gather relevant documents for motions and court submissions.
• Organize exhibits for pleadings and file pleadings with the State and Federal Courts.
• Assist with drafting Discovery, Interrogatories, Document Requests, Requests for Admissions, Subpoenas, etc.
• Organize and coordinate document productions (Bates stamping and redaction).
• Prepare and maintain Privilege Logs.
• Prepare documents for Depositions and summarize Deposition Transcripts for use by attorneys.
• Research relevant information on public records, witnesses, adversaries, arbitrators, mediators, etc.
• Filings and updates to electronic document systems and portals maintained by clients.
• Assist with drafting letters to clients and settlement agreements.
• Prepare Mediation Submissions and organize and track documents received from clients and the Court.
• Conduct computerized and legal research (Internet, Westlaw).
• Conduct E-Discovery searches and uploads.
• Format Table of Contents/Table of Authorities.
• Proofread and edit documents for grammar, content and redactions.
• Track and calendar deadlines, court dates, and document submissions.
• High level Trial preparation and support, as needed.
• Litigation Secretarial support as needed.
• Unplanned activities – other duties as assigned by direct supervisor

Skills

Paralegal experience

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Highly organized

Grammar & proofreading

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Objective: This position is responsible for providing litigation, administrative and legal support to NFC’s attorneys. NFC expects that this position will be held by a highly motivated individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace.

Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s Chatham Office a minimum of two (2) days in-office days per week, during onboarding and training there will be a three (3) day in-office per week requirement. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs.

Hours: Monday – Friday (9:00AM – 5:00PM); limited overtime as needed

Reports to: Director of Litigation Support Services

Classification: Non-Exempt Position

Essential Functions:

• Prepare Indexes and Chronologies of Events of produced documents (Plaintiff, Defendant, Third-Party)
• Draft legal documents including answers to complaints, other pleadings, motions, certifications, etc.
• Review and gather relevant documents for Motions and other Court submissions
• Organize exhibits for Pleadings and other Court submissions. Coordinate and electronically-file all Pleadings with the State and Federal Courts (knowing associated court rules.)
• Assist with drafting Discovery, Interrogatories, Document Requests, Requests for Admissions, Subpoenas, etc.
• Organize and coordinate document productions (Bates Stamping and, Redaction, etc.)
• Prepare and maintain Privilege Logs
• Prepare documents needed for Depositions and summarize Deposition Transcripts for use by attorneys
• Research relevant information on public records, witnesses, adversaries, arbitrators, mediators, etc.
• Filings and updates to electronic document systems and portals maintained by clients
• Assist with drafting letters to clients
• Assist with drafting Settlement Agreements
• Prepare Mediation SubmissionsOrganize and track documents received from clients and the Court
• Conduct computerized and legal research (Internet, Westlaw)
• Conduct E-Discovery searches and uploads
• Format Table of Contents/Table of Authorities
• Proofread and edit documents for grammar, content and redactions
• Track and calendar deadlines, court dates, and document submissions
• High level Trial preparation and support, as needed. (i.e. organize and index trial exhibits and other supporting documents, etc.)
• Litigation Secretarial support as needed
• Unplanned activities – other duties as assigned by direct supervisor

Skills Required

• At least 6 years of Paralegal experience
• Strong understanding of law firm procedures and requirements
• Strong understanding of relevant court rules
• Excellent grammar and proofreading skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and plan
• Highly organized
• Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

Salary Range: $85K – $100k

The Firm is providing this good faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors including the applicant’s skills, and years of experience.

Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses: This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary).

Benefits: This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).