Litigation Paralegal

The ONeil Search Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The ONeil Search Group is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for its New York office. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in litigation and experience with Federal Court trials.

Responsibilities include managing pleadings, discovery, deposition prep, and trial support in NYS and Federal Courts, drafting pleadings, and handling electronic filing (NYSCEF, PACER/ECF). Strong writing and organizational skills are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal.
• Experience with Federal Court trials.
• Extensive knowledge of FRCP/CPLR and NYS and Federal court rules.
• Familiarity with E-discovery platforms and electronic filing.
• Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, pleadings, discovery, and trial prep in NYS and Federal Courts.
• Draft pleadings, discovery demands, responses, briefs, and subpoenas; perform cite checking and bluebooking.
• Track discovery, manage document productions, and conduct document review and analysis.
• Serve as liaison with clients; prepare case summaries and assist case strategy development.
• File documents electronically in NYSCEF and Federal Courts; coordinate calendars and deadlines.
• Coordinate trial notebooks, witness appearances, and exhibits; supervise junior staff as needed.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Excellent writing

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Multitasking

Legal research

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

FRCP/CPLR knowledge

E-discovery platforms

NYSCEF, PACER/ECF

Westlaw, LexisNexis

iManage, MS Office

Job description

Litigation Paralegal needed at a top international law firm's NY office. 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal

Experience with Federal Court trials

Essential Functions

• Assist attorneys with management of all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, deposition preparation, motion practice and trial preparation in New York State and Federal Courts.
• Assist with drafting pleadings, discovery demands and responses, discovery requests, briefs, subpoenas, and motions, including but not limited, assistance with legal and factual cite checking, and bluebooking.
• Track discovery and document productions, often using database software to manage document productions.
• Conduct document review and analysis.
• Serve as liaison between attorneys and clients to provide case updates and gather information.
• Prepare case summaries and collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategy.
• Electronic filing of court documents in NYSCEF and Federal Courts.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and colleagues while managing independent responsibilities.
• Assemble trial notebooks, coordinate witness appearances, organize exhibits, and assist attorneys during hearings and trials.
• Oversee and train assistants to file organization, and other appropriate tasks.
• Coordinate with Firm's Managing Clerk Team to maintain all aspects of case calendars and track matter deadlines.
• Perform research pertaining to Federal Rules, Local Rules and Practices and miscellaneous issues utilizing firm's internet and firm's research platform subscriptions.
• Occasional trips to courts to file, retrieve and deliver courtesy copies of documents.
• Liaise with internal and external resources as needed.
• Bachelor's Degree or paralegal certificate preferred.
• 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal
• Experience with Federal Court trials
• Extensive knowledge of the FRCP/CPLR and court rules and procedures in New York State and Federal Courts.
• Experience utilizing E-discovery platforms
• Experience with electronic filing in NYSCEF and PACER/ECF.
• Experience using legal databases, such as Westlaw and LexisNexis.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Extraordinary attention to detail;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently and complete a high volume of work in a timely manner;
• Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments while consistently delivering quality work product to both attorneys and clients;
• Proven experience performing under pressure in a fast paced environment, both individually and within a team setting;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel, Lexis and iManage Document Management System.