Litigation Paralegal

Akerman LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary holiday bonus

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

Transportation Program

Job summary

Akerman LLP seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal for our New York office. The candidate will support attorneys through all phases of litigation, manage large document volumes, and prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.

Strong organizational and communication skills, plus familiarity with Relativity, are essential. Minimum five years of relevant paralegal experience and a bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Strong working knowledge of filing requirements for New York State and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and large volumes of documents, data, and evidence.
• Prepare and assist with pleadings, motions, discovery materials, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
• Coordinate filings in New York State and federal courts.
• Manage discovery and document production, including use of Relativity and other litigation technology.
• Conduct factual research and fact-record cite-checking.
• Prepare deposition summaries, exhibits, witness and exhibit lists, and trial materials.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and other professionals to meet client and practice needs.

Skills

Litigation experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Relativity

Litigation support technology

Job description

Founded in 1920, Akerman is one of the nation’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States. Akerman LLP is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our New York office. The successful candidate will have at least five years of litigation experience, preferably in a regional or national law firm, and will be organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation practice.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and large volumes of documents, data, and evidence.
• Prepare and assist with pleadings, motions, discovery materials, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
• Coordinate filings in New York State and federal courts.
• Manage discovery and document production, including use of Relativity and other litigation technology.
• Conduct factual research and fact-record cite-checking.
• Prepare deposition summaries, exhibits, witness and exhibit lists, and trial materials.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and other professionals to meet client and practice needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in a regional or national law firm.
• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Strong working knowledge of filing requirements and procedures for New York State and federal courts.
• Working knowledge of New York and federal rules of civil procedure.
• Experience with discovery, document production, factual research, cite-checking, and trial preparation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Relativity, and litigation support technology.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines independently and collaboratively.
• Flexible and responsive, with a willingness to work additional hours when necessary to meet court deadlines, trial schedules, and client needs.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to client service.
• Technologically curious and comfortable learning and using evolving legal technology and AI tools.

Why Akerman

We value collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning and seek professionals who are interested in using technology and evolving tools to enhance the delivery of legal services.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package.

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Schedule: Monday through Friday
Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 (Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including position, geographic location, education, training, and experience.)
Bonus: Discretionary holiday bonus
Benefits: Paid Time Off, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan, and Transportation Program

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