Litigation Paralegal

Peckar & Abramson, P.C.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Life insurance

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

FSA and HSA options

Discounted supplemental life insurance

Transit commuter program

Excess liability coverage

Job summary

Peckar & Abramson, P.C., a leading construction law firm in New York, is looking for an experienced litigation paralegal. The role involves preparing litigation documents, conducting legal research, and supporting attorneys in court preparations. Ideal candidates will have 3-7 years of litigation experience, strong communication, and organizational skills, as well as a paralegal studies certification or degree. Peckar & Abramson offers a competitive salary between $60,000 and $90,000 along with beneficial perks in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in a litigation paralegal role.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced office environment.
• Interest in law and the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with preparing litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigations.
• File court papers electronically and in various courts.
• Assist with preparations for court appearances and mediations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Research skills

Proactive mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Certification or associate’s degree in paralegal studies

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Legal database software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Peckar & Abramson, a leading nationally recognized construction law firm, is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal for its New York office. The role will involve commercial litigation and transaction support, and research and drafting tasks as required. The ideal candidate will have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced office environment and must have strong organizational and communication skills. Above all, we are looking for a reliable and diligent team player who is eager to learn and keen to gain unparalleled experience and exposure to life at a busy and successful law firm. Certification or associate’s degree in paralegal studies (bachelor’s degree is preferred) with three to seven years in a litigation paralegal role.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist attorneys with preparing litigation documents such as pleadings, discovery, and motions
• Conduct legal research and factual investigations
• File court papers electronically and in various courts
• Assist attorneys with preparations for court appearances, depositions, and mediations
• Conduct electronic and paper discovery reviews
• Maintain electronic and paper case files
• Analysis and issue coding
• Filing of lien papers
• Traveling to surrounding courts
• Copying, scanning, and document conversion/reformatting

Qualifications and Skills

• Certification or associate’s degree in paralegal studies (bachelor’s degree is preferred)
• Three to seven years’ experience in a litigation paralegal role.
• Excellent communication & organizational skills
• Strong research, computer and report generating skills
• Working knowledge of legal database software
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proactive
• Interest in law and the construction industry
• Ability to work within a dynamic team and communicate effectively with attorneys, management, support staff and public agencies

The Firm

Peckar & Abramson is the largest construction law practice in the United States, with 100 lawyers across 10 offices dedicated almost exclusively to the construction industry. The firm primarily represents general contractors in connection with some of the largest construction and infrastructure projects in the area, throughout the U.S., and internationally. Peckar & Abramson and our attorneys have been recognized for their contribution and dedication to the construction industry including recognition from Chambers USA, Band 1 for Construction nationally, Construction Executive’s “The Top 50 Construction Law Firms”, and as Tier 1 nationally by Legal 500 and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”.

What We Offer

• We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), life insurance, medical, dental, vision coverage, as well as FSA and HSA options. Additional benefits include discounted supplemental life insurance, a transit commuter program, and excess liability coverage.
• Professional development and personal growth opportunities are provided within a collaborative, supportive workplace culture.
• The compensation range for this position is $60,000-$90,000 and represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.

Peckar & Abramson, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).