Senior Paralegal II – Litigation & Discovery (Hybrid)

Kahana & Feld LLP; Buffalo (NY); Híbrido; USD 55.000 - 69.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kahana Feld LLP is seeking an experienced paralegal to support attorneys across multiple litigation practice areas. The role involves organizing complex documents, coordinating case workflow, and assisting with discovery, pleadings, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities include eDiscovery tasks, document review, client meetings, and billing accuracy. Hybrid in-office work begins after a 90-day period; salary ranges reflect hourly compensation with solid opportunities for involvement in trials

Formación

• At least 3 years of experience preferred, working as a paralegal, preferably with a focus on personal injury or construction defect cases in the State of California.
• Experience preparing for and assisting with trials.
• Familiarity with online databases and resources.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with professionalism in client and colleague interactions.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and file management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Knowledge of third-party e-fling providers, including but not limited to One Legal, First Legal, Odyssey File & Serve, and Green Filing, a plus.
• Knowledge of PACER and the federal Judiciary’s Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) system, a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare, and interpret complex legal documents.
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegal staff to direct workflow on various cases.
• Review, and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for filing with courts and relevant agencies.
• Conduct electronic document reviews, coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, conduct searches of production databases for relevant documents, and conduct other related eDiscovery tasks.
• Assist with drafting discovery, pleadings, and status reports.
• Organize and conduct case-related team meetings as needed.
• Review and draft summaries of discovery responses, document productions, and relevant records.
• Assist with preparation and review of materials for court hearings and depositions.
• Attend client meetings, conference calls, and other case related meetings with attorneys.
• Conduct legal research and document review; perform factual research in internal and external databases and libraries.
• Review and process vendor invoices for accuracy.
• Coordinate and prepare for trials; attend trials if necessary and provide support to attorneys at court and agency hearings.
• Accurately document and bill for all billable work and tasks according to billing procedures; meet annual billable hours requirement.
• Communicate and interact with filing clerks, court room assistants and calendar clerks.
• Liaise with outside vendors such as court reporters, experts, mediators, etc.

Conocimientos

Paralegal experience

Litigation support

Document management

eDiscovery

Microsoft Office

Educación

Paralegal certification

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies

Herramientas

One Legal

First Legal

Odyssey File & Serve

PACER

CM/ECF

Descripción del empleo

Kahana Feld LLP is seeking an experienced paralegal to support attorneys across multiple litigation practice areas. The role involves organizing complex documents, coordinating case workflow, and assisting with discovery, pleadings, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities include eDiscovery tasks, document review, client meetings, and billing accuracy. Hybrid in-office work begins after a 90-day period; salary ranges reflect hourly compensation with solid opportunities for involvement in trials