Litigation Paralegal — On-Site, Competitive Pay & Bonus

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a litigation paralegal to work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant in a fast-paced environment in New York. The role supports filing, discovery, and case preparation across state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate will have a paralegal credential and at least 2 years of litigation support experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. Remote/hybrid work is not offered; competitive pay and bonus plan are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate’s Degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience.
• Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program preferred.
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party, Medical Malpractice or related areas is required.
• At least 2 years of working experience as a litigation paralegal or in legal services under an attorney in a law firm.
• Ability to multitask, organize, prioritize, and handle a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Remote and/or hybrid work is not eligible.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda.
• E-file all court documents in state and federal court.
• Communicate with clients, courts, counsel, and others.
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation.
• Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses.
• Draft and serve summons and coordinate depositions.
• Prepare trial binders and exhibits with the legal assistant.
• Support attorneys with pleadings, motions, and appellate filings.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes; organize exhibits and evidence.
• Assist with witness preparation and case settlements.

Skills

Legal research

Multitasking

Organization

Written & verbal comms

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s Degree

Paralegal program/certificate

Job description

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a litigation paralegal to work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant in a fast-paced environment in New York. The role supports filing, discovery, and case preparation across state and federal courts.

The ideal candidate will have a paralegal credential and at least 2 years of litigation support experience, with strong communication and organizational skills. Remote/hybrid work is not offered; competitive pay and bonus plan are provided.