Litigation Paralegal

Mandelbaum Barrett Pc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Mandelbaum Barrett PC in New York City seeks a highly organized Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys across personal injury, civil, commercial, and employment matters in NY, NJ, and CT courts. The role involves drafting and reviewing documents, managing discovery, coordinating filings, tracking billable hours, and assisting with trial preparation and case strategy.

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, a legal degree or paralegal certification, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel,

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience supporting complex litigation cases.
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook; e-filing systems knowledge.
• Excellent drafting, proofreading, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and edit legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Organize case files, discovery materials, and evidence.
• Review medical records, bills, and other documents.
• Coordinate with clients, providers, insurers, witnesses, and experts.
• File documents electronically via E-Courts and PACER.
• Assist with trial prep, client communications, and case strategy.
• Prepare settlement packages, exhibits, and trial binders.
• Track billable hours and support invoicing.
• Overtime as needed to meet deadlines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in legal studies

Paralegal certification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Legal software

Job description

Purpose of Role

We are seeking a highly organized Litigation Paralegal for our New York City office to support attorneys in personal injury, civil, commercial, employment cases across NJ, NY, and CT courts. You will assist with drafting and reviewing legal documents under attorney supervision, managing discovery, coordinating filings, and supporting case strategy. Strong follow-up, responsiveness, and accurate tracking of billable hours are essential to efficiently managing cases in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and edit legal documents, including briefs, motions, discovery requests, and subpoenas, under attorney supervision.
• Organize and maintain case files, discovery materials, and evidence.
• Obtain, review, and summarize medical records, bills, and other case-related documents.
• Coordinate with clients, medical providers, insurance companies, witnesses, and experts.
• File documents electronically in state and federal courts via E-Courts and PACER.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, client communications, and case strategy.
• Prepare settlement packages, trial binders, and exhibits for hearings or trials.
• Track and report billable hours; assist with invoicing as needed.
• Support the litigation team with other case-related tasks as required.
• Flexibility to work overtime to meet deadlines or court requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant supporting complex cases.
• Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, paralegal certification, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required; experience with legal document management, billing, or practice management systems preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal court e-filing systems.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.
• Polished, professional demeanor with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional accuracy in drafting, proofreading, and managing legal documents.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary:$80,000–$110,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Additional Compensation: Eligible for discretionary year-end bonus and merit-based increases based on performance.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off, based on eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mandelbaum Barrett PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.