Litigation Paralegal (Civil Litigation)

Thrivas Staffing Agency; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A law firm is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal for a full-time position. Responsibilities include assisting in all aspects of civil cases, client intake, and legal document preparation. Ideal candidates have 1+ years of civil litigation experience and are preferred to be Registered Paralegals or have a degree in Legal Studies. This position offers full benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Registered Paralegals or individuals with a degree in Legal Studies are preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in Civil Litigation.
• Recent litigation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a Litigation Attorney and a Legal Assistant.
• Assist in all aspects of a case including client intake, preparation for trial, and discovery.
• Support scheduling of hearings, depositions, and mediations.

Job description

Overview

Established law firm specialized in general civil litigation matters is currently hiring an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal. The position is full time Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. This is a permanent long term position with the firm that will provide full benefits. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Responsibilities

• The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for working closely with a Litigation Attorney and a Legal Assistant. You will be responsible for some client intake, pre-suit, litigation, trial, settlement, etc.
• This is a traditional paralegal role assisting in all aspects of a case. You must have experience preparing legal documents, typing correspondence, preparing for trial, discovery, etc.
• Provide support for scheduling hearings, depositions, mediations, or other meetings.

Qualifications

• Applicants that are Registered Paralegals or individuals with a degree in Legal Studies are preferred.
• A Paralegal Certificate or degree is not required to qualify for this position.
• 1+ years of Civil Litigation
• Recent litigation experience