Litigation Paralegal

ADP, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Mandelbaum Barrett PC in New York City seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys across personal injury, civil, and commercial cases in NY, NJ, and CT. You will draft and review documents, manage discovery, coordinate filings, and assist with case strategy.

The role requires 5+ years of paralegal experience, a legal studies degree or paralegal certification, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and filing systems. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal or legal assistant in complex cases.
• Bachelor’s degree in legal studies or paralegal certification.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook; familiarity with document management and billing systems.
• Knowledge of state and federal court e-filing systems.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and edit legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Organize case files, discovery materials, and evidence.
• Summarize medical records, bills, and other documents.
• Coordinate with clients, providers, insurers, witnesses, and experts.
• File documents electronically in courts via E-Courts and PACER.
• Assist with trial prep, client communications, and strategy.
• Prepare settlement packages and exhibits for hearings.
• Track billable hours and assist with invoicing.
• Support the litigation team with other case-related tasks.
• Overtime to meet deadlines or court requirements.

Skills

Paralegal expertise

Legal research

MS Office

E-filing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in legal studies

Paralegal certification

Tools

Document management systems

Billing systems

Practice management software

Job description

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Litigation Paralegal

Full Time New York, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1135

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $110,000.00 Annually

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.
• 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.