Litigation Paralegal — Complex Cases & eDiscovery

New Haven County Bar Association; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison & Foerster in New York is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to provide organizational and substantive support on complex matters, working with attorneys and fellow paralegals. The role offers autonomy and exposure to multiple practice areas.

Responsibilities include managing case workflows from inception through trial, reviewing documents, coordinating document collections, aiding with court filings and discovery, and assisting with depositions and trial logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; four+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Bluebook citation and cite checking.
• Proficiency with Relativity or similar eDiscovery platforms.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and take full ownership of assignments with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong research, analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Flexibility to work overtime and travel as needed to meet business and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide substantive and organizational support across all phases of complex litigation, from case inception through trial or resolution.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects of varying complexity, adapting processes and priorities to meet evolving business and client needs.
• Review documents and data; conduct procedural, factual, and legal research with a strong understanding of case strategy and client objectives.
• Coordinate document collections, reviews, productions, and case file management, including collaboration with eDiscovery teams.
• Assist with court filings and discovery materials, including cite- and fact-checking briefs, proofreading, and assembling exhibits and appendices.
• Support depositions and trials by preparing witness files, exhibits, notices, subpoenas, summaries, and managing trial logistics as needed.
• Apply sound judgment, analytical thinking, and creativity to identify issues, recommend solutions, and enhance work product quality.
• Maintain compliance with administrative and billing requirements, including timely entry of time records.

Skills

Bluebook citation

Relativity

Independent work

Attention to detail

Legal research

Writing skills

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Morrison & Foerster in New York is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to provide organizational and substantive support on complex matters, working with attorneys and fellow paralegals. The role offers autonomy and exposure to multiple practice areas.

Responsibilities include managing case workflows from inception through trial, reviewing documents, coordinating document collections, aiding with court filings and discovery, and assisting with depositions and trial logistics.