Litigation Paralegal
On-siteWalden, New York, United States
Job Summary
Prepare, review, and draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery while conducting thorough research to support case strategies. Maintain and organize case files to ensure accessibility for client meetings and court proceedings, and coordinate schedules for hearings, depositions, and client interactions. Support attorneys during trial preparation by facilitating communication and managing contingencies while interfacing directly with clients to uphold high service standards. Report to senior litigation counsel within a collaborative team of nearly 20 attorneys, utilizing advanced legal research tools and document management software to streamline workflows.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience as a paralegal in litigation settings
- Minimum of 3 years in practice
- Strong proficiency in legal research databases
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Keen attention to detail
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Desired Qualifications
- A paralegal certification
- Equivalent educational qualification
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