Paralegal

Centre for Research in Schemes and Policies (CRISP); New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership exposure

Strategic role impact

Growth path to Ops Director

Dynamic, results-driven culture

In-office NYC-based role

Job summary

Centre for Research in Schemes and Policies (CRISP) in New York City is seeking a paralegal to manage the litigation calendar, coordinate case events, and draft/efile pleadings and motions. You will support clients, assist attorneys, and help optimize firm processes as the team grows.

The role requires personal injury experience, proactive communication, and strong organization, with an in-office NYC presence and leadership potential for future operations leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in personal injury litigation and familiarity with NY courts and e-filing.
• Strong, assertive communication to hold the team accountable and push forward with tasks.
• Highly organized multitasking and prioritization capabilities.
• Proficient with legal tech, case management tools, calendars, and AI drafting/workflow tools.
• Willingness to grow into broader operational roles within the firm.
• Based in New York City with in-office availability.
• Ability to take initiative and demonstrate leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Litigation Management: Manage and own the litigation calendar, meeting deadlines.
• Case Coordination: Schedule depositions, hearings, IMEs, and other events; follow up and escalate blockers.
• Document Preparation: Draft and e-file pleadings, discovery, and motions per NY standards.
• Client Communication: Provide timely updates and triage inquiries.
• Attorney Support: Act as accountability partner ensuring tasks are completed.
• Operational Contribution: Improve firm processes and systems during scaling.
• Inter-departmental Coordination: Work with overseas medical records clerk for docs.

Skills

Personal Injury Experience

Proactive Communication

Organizational Skills

Tech Competency

Growth Potential

Local Presence NYC

Initiative and Leadership

Tools

NY e-filing systems

Job description

Are you a skilled paralegal who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about personal injury law?

Do you excel at keeping things organized, ensuring no detail falls through the cracks?

Can you confidently manage a litigation calendar and push cases forward with autonomy and initiative?

Are you looking to grow into a leadership role and help shape the operational future of a boutique law firm?

Final question: When faced with a challenge, do you get excited or run away?

We are a law firm specializing in personal injury cases, committed to providing high-quality legal representation and personalized service. Our team focuses on protecting clients’ rights, guiding them through complex legal matters, and pursuing favorable outcomes through strategic advocacy and dedicated support.

With experience handling a wide range of personal injury claims, the firm emphasizes professionalism, integrity, and a client-centered approach. By combining legal expertise with effective case management, we strive to hold responsible parties accountable and help clients secure fair compensation while maintaining high standards of service and client satisfaction.

The Paralegal role is critical to ensuring seamless litigation processes and outstanding client service. This position exists to support the leadership team by managing intricate legal matters with diligence and care. By taking ownership of crucial tasks, the paralegal plays a vital role in advancing the firm’s mission to provide top-tier legal representation to those who have suffered from personal injuries, making a tangible impact on client lives and firm success.

What you’ll do:

• Litigation Management: Manage and own the litigation calendar, ensuring all critical deadlines and milestones are met efficiently.
• Case Coordination: Proactively schedule and confirm depositions, hearings, IMEs, and other key legal events by following up persistently, securing dates, and escalating roadblocks when needed.
• Document Preparation: Draft and e-file various legal documents, such as pleadings, discovery, and motions, while adhering to New York court standards.
• Client Communication: Support client communications by providing timely updates, triaging inbound questions, and ensuring responses and next steps are completed.
• Attorney Support: Act as an accountability partner for attorneys, ensuring tasks are completed and no detail is overlooked.
• Operational Contribution: Assist in improving firm processes and operational systems as the firm scales.
• Inter-departmental Coordination: Work with the overseas medical records clerk and ensure all necessary documentation is acquired and organized for case preparation.

What we’re looking for:

• Personal Injury Experience: Must have experience in personal injury litigation and familiarity with New York courts and e-filing systems.
• Proactive Communication: Strong, assertive communication skills are required to hold team members accountable and push forward with tasks.
• Organizational Skills: Must exhibit highly organized multitasking and prioritization capabilities.
• Tech Competency: Comfortable with legal tech, case management tools, calendars, and AI-assisted drafting/workflow tools where appropriate.
• Growth Potential: Interest in growing into broader operational roles within the firm, contributing to process improvements.
• Local Presence: Based in New York City with the ability to work in-office as required.
• Initiative and Leadership: An individual who can anticipate needs, demonstrate initiative, and show leadership potential in evolving toward an operations leadership role.

Why you should work here:

• Leadership Exposure: Work directly with the Founding Partner and Associate, gaining insights and experience with top-tier professionals.
• Strategic Role: Take on a significant role in helping the firm tackle its operational challenges and achieve growth.
• Growth Path: Clear progression opportunities towards an Operations Director role as the firm expands.
• Dynamic Environment: Engage with a fast-paced, agile team that values innovation and results-driven approaches to client advocacy.
• Work Arrangement: NYC-based role with in-office presence required; exact hybrid cadence to be confirmed.
• Benefits: Details will be discussed during the interview process.

Join us and be at the forefront of personal injury litigation, playing a crucial role in our clients’ journeys to justice. If you're ready to take on a pivotal position where your work directly impacts lives and firm success, we invite you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.