Senior Litigation Paralegal

Gainor Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading litigation firm in New York is looking for a Senior Litigation Paralegal to support complex securities and corporate governance cases. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, is detail-oriented, and has strong communication skills. Responsibilities include managing case documents, coordinating logistics for legal proceedings, and conducting legal research. This position offers a competitive salary of $110,000 – $135,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in litigation, securities experience preferred.
• Ability to navigate federal court systems.
• Strong attention to detail in legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases and keep track of all documents and deadlines.
• Coordinate logistics for depositions and hearings.
• Prepare and file legal documents in compliance with procedures.

Skills

Experience supporting complex litigation matters

Familiarity with federal court systems

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Skilled in legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis)

Strong communication skills

Tools

iTimeKeep

PACER

BloombergLaw

AlphaSense

Job description

A top-tier litigation firm is seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal to join the team. Known for its aggressive advocacy and collaborative culture, the firm has earned national acclaim for holding powerful institutions accountable. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in groundbreaking securities and corporate governance cases.

Who You Are

• A paralegal with at least 5 years of experience supporting complex litigation matters – securities and class-action experience, preferred.
• Confident navigating federal court systems and familiar with e-filing procedures.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a sharp eye for grammar, formatting, and legal accuracy.
• Skilled in legal research tools like Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, BloombergLaw, and AlphaSense.
• A strong communicator who collaborates well with attorneys, staff, and external partners.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of assigned cases, ensuring all documents, deadlines, and communications are managed efficiently.
• Coordinate logistics for depositions, hearings, and client meetings, including scheduling and preparing exhibits.
• Maintain organized case files and reference materials for quick access and team collaboration.
• Track and record billable time using firm systems such as iTimeKeep.
• Conduct legal and factual research using a variety of platforms and databases.
• Review, cite-check, and fact-check legal filings and correspondence with precision.
• Prepare and file legal documents in federal courts, ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements.

What Success Looks Like

• You consistently deliver accurate, polished work that supports successful case outcomes.
• Attorneys and team members rely on your proactive communication and follow-through.
• You stay ahead of deadlines and anticipate needs before they arise.
• Your research and document preparation contribute meaningfully to litigation strategy.

Salary Range: $110,000 – 135,000 annually, based on experience.

Gainor is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Gainor are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.