Litigation Paralegal II — Hybrid Work

KAHANA & FELD LLP; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kahana Feld LLP in New York seeks a paralegal to support attorneys across litigation practice areas, coordinating complex documents, preparing filings, and handling eDiscovery tasks. You will draft summaries, organize case files, assist with discovery, pleadings, hearings, and prepare for trials, while maintaining billable hours and liaising with court personnel and vendors.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, proficiency in Office software, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience preferred, as a legal secretary or paralegal, preferably in NY personal injury or construction defect cases.
• Familiarity with online databases and resources.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; professional client interaction.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and file management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Knowledge of e-fling providers (One Legal, First Legal, Odyssey File & Serve, Green Filing) a plus.
• Knowledge of PACER and CM/ECF is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, organize, prepare, and interpret complex legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Direct workflow on various cases and maintain case files and documents for filing.
• Conduct electronic document reviews and coordinate productions with attorneys.
• Assist with drafting discovery, pleadings, and status reports.
• Organize case-related meetings and prepare materials for hearings and depositions.
• Attend client meetings, conferences, and other meetings with attorneys.
• Perform legal research and factual research in databases and libraries.
• Review and process vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Coordinate and prepare for trials and provide support at court/hearings.
• Document and bill for all billable work and meet annual billable hours.

Skills

Legal document management

Strong communication

Organization skills

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kahana Feld LLP in New York seeks a paralegal to support attorneys across litigation practice areas, coordinating complex documents, preparing filings, and handling eDiscovery tasks. You will draft summaries, organize case files, assist with discovery, pleadings, hearings, and prepare for trials, while maintaining billable hours and liaising with court personnel and vendors.

The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, proficiency in Office software, and the ability to work