Litigation Paralegal

Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C.; Fort Lee (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. in Fort Lee, NJ seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in court and in the office.

The role requires deep experience in preparing and executing legal cases, drafting documents, and managing deadlines. You will work with counsel on trial preparation, review case files, perform medical and legal research, and prepare pleadings and motions in accordance with New Jersey rules.

Qualifications

• Drafting correspondence, pleadings, and discovery packages.
• Reviewing case files for accuracy and compliance with NJ Court Rules.
• Preparing and filing pleadings and motions per court rules.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Familiarity with File Vine or similar case management software.
• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certification preferred; litigation experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in the office and in court, including trial preparation.
• Prepare and execute various legal documents and pleadings.
• Review case files and manage deadlines with accuracy.
• Collaborate with legal counsel on litigation and personal injury matters.

Skills

Legal document preparation

Document review

Pleadings and motions filing

Organization and prioritization

Written and verbal communication

File Vine familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certification

Tools

File Vine

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Role Description

The Litigation Paralegal will play a critical role in supporting attorneys both in the office and in court. The position requires deep experience in preparing and executing various legal cases. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, reviewing case files, conducting medical and legal research, and preparing pleadings and motions for litigation. In addition, the paralegal will work with legal counsel to maintain case files, manage deadlines, and assist in trial preparation. This is a full-time, on-site position based at our Fort Lee, NJ office, offering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, such as drafting correspondence, pleadings, and discovery packages.
• Experience in Document Review, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the New Jersey Court Rules.
• Competence in preparing and filing Pleadings and Motions in compliance with court rules
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with legal case management programs such as File Vine.
• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certification preferred, with prior experience in litigation and personal injury law as a plus

Company Description

Maggiano, DiGirolamo & Lizzi P.C. is a distinguished law firm based in Fort Lee, New Jersey, with additional offices in New York. With over 80 years of cumulative experience in trial law, the firm specializes in protecting the rights of injured individuals and is known for achieving multimillion-dollar recoveries. Renowned for handling diverse and specialized cases, the firm is committed to securing full compensation for clients who have suffered life-altering injuries. Their experienced legal team takes pride in providing strong advocacy and legal support in some of the most challenging cases.