Paralegal

Job Summary
The Senior Paralegal provides comprehensive litigation support to attorneys, focusing on New York insurance defense matters. This role involves preparing and drafting pleadings, discovery responses, and motions; coordinating document production; and managing case files to ensure timely and accurate case progression. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong legal research skills, a deep understanding of New York Practice, and the ability to handle complex litigation tasks with professionalism and attention to detail.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in preparing and managing litigation actions, including drafting pleadings and discovery responses.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate discovery demands and motions in accordance with New York Practice standards.
• Handle extensive document production, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.
• Maintain and organize case files, including electronic document repositories and review platforms.
• Coordinate with management personnel to gather and provide documents responsive to discovery requests.
• Analyze and catalog documents and exhibits for use in litigation.
• Conduct legal research and cite-check briefs and filings.
• Prepare legal documents for submission and manage e-filing processes through PACER and NYSCEF.
• Initiate and maintain legal holds using relevant software tools.
• Monitor case status, track court deadlines, and ensure compliance with procedural rules.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required to support litigation teams.

Job Requirements

• 5–10 years of paralegal experience, preferably in New York insurance defense litigation.
• Strong knowledge of New York Practice, including familiarity with CPLR and procedural rules.
• Proven experience drafting discovery responses, demands, and motions.
• Proficiency with legal hold software, electronic document repositories, and e-filing systems (PACER, NYSCEF).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in regulatory and/or rate case litigation.
• Familiarity with regulatory matters, Public Service Commission (PSC) filings, and rate case litigation.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program preferred.

Work Experience

• Minimum of five years of paralegal experience in insurance defense or related litigation required.

Additional Job Details

• Schedule: Onsite for the first two months, with transition to a hybrid schedule thereafter.
• Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Assignment Length: Six-month contract with the possibility of extension.
• Pay Rate: $60–$70 per hour.
• #ZR