Litigation Paralegal — NYC Trial Prep & Research

DarrowEverett LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DarrowEverett LLP in New York City is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys with document preparation, review, client and witness interviews, research, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and motions, organizing case files, managing billable hours, and coordinating meetings across teams while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of continuous experience as Litigation Paralegal.
• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies is encouraged but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Notary Public or willing to become one.

Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Provide administrative support to ensure efficient office operations, including greeting and assisting visitors, managing supply orders, and coordinating meetings and schedules across teams.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Document preparation

Organizational skills

Time management

Discretion

Microsoft Office

Notary Public

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies

Job description

DarrowEverett LLP in New York City is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys with document preparation, review, client and witness interviews, research, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings and motions, organizing case files, managing billable hours, and coordinating meetings across teams while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.