Litigation Paralegal

Rivkin Radler LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is looking for a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in various litigation matters. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational and research skills, with a solid understanding of federal and state litigation. The position features hybrid hours, requiring in-office attendance at least three days per week.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan including medical and dental insurance

401(k) with referral bonuses

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 4+ years relevant experience required.
• Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Fast learner with dedication to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Draft routine court documents such as Notices of Appearances and Subpoenas.
• Conduct case law research using Lexis/Westlaw.
• Organize medical treatment and education records for motion practice.

Skills

Organizational skills

Scheduling skills

Multi-tasking

Research capabilities

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Lexis

Westlaw

Microsoft Word

Excel

KOFAX Professional

Job description

Posted Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Because a great law firm begins with great people.

At Rivkin Radler, we are always looking for professionals who share our passion for the law and commitment to total client satisfaction. Rivkin Radler has approximately 235 lawyers, with offices in Albany, N.Y.; Hackensack, N.J.; Jacksonville, F.L.; New York City; Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; and Uniondale, N.Y. The firm actively encourages equal opportunity and diversity, through mentoring, training, professional development, and public service programs.

The firm offers competitive salaries in addition to a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.

Rivkin Radler LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal. The candidate will be working with attorneys in a variety of litigation matters and should have a background and experience working in a litigation firm. Must be proactive and have excellent organizational, scheduling and calendaring skills. The ability to multi-task, manage a large caseload and work in a fast-paced environment is also required.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of federal and state statutes, rules, and procedures pertaining to electronic court filings and systems (PACER, NYSCEF, e-law/e-track) as well as basic research capabilities (Lexis/Westlaw).

Primary duties include:

• Drafting of routine court documents such as Notices of Appearances, Pro Hac Vice Motions, Notices of Motions, Subpoenas, Stipulations and other general court documents.
• Compile and/or draft legal documents for review and use by attorneys such as routine discovery responses and affidavits.
• Request, pursue, subpoena and work with record vendors to obtain medical treatment and/or educational records.
• Prepares exhibits and other demonstrative evidence.
• Conduct case law research using Lexis/Westlaw and public access websites to assist with strategies for defense
• Organize, analyze, chart and/or index, medical treatment and education records, documents and/or exhibits for motion practice.
• May assist attorneys in preparation of witnesses for deposition and/or trial concerning general matters.
• Review documents for relevance and privilege in preparation for disclosure.
• Review, categorize and analyze reports, records, data and discovery responses.
• Capture and record billable time in accordance with policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• At least 4+ years relevant experience.
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Ability to work with multiple attorneys.
• Ability to work with large document intensive cases.
• Proficient in Lexis and/or Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel and KOFAX Professional.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.

We are seeking an individual who will be a fast learner with the ability to multi-task, and will demonstrate a high level of responsibility, teamwork and dedication to accuracy and thoroughness in work product.

Hybrid Hours:

Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pmwith the flexibility to work overtime when needed

Minimum 3 days a week in office

2 days a week remotely

The annualized salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000.Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience andother job-related factors permitted by law.

Congenial fast paced environment, we offer competitive salary andbenefits. EOE.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.