Litigation Paralegal
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| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$31 per hour |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Parsippany, New Jersey |
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Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
HQ Location: Parsippany, NJ
Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite/2 days WFH)
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Mid-Level (Minimum 4 years)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience assisting attorneys with corporate and business litigation, with a strong preference to work collaboratively as a “business partner” and not just an admin. As a Litigation Paralegal at Firm X you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of cases, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact on our clients’ legal needs.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters from inception to resolution
- Support M&A Litigation, IP Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Labor & Employment, and General Corporate Litigation, and investigations
- Conduct thorough legal research using online databases and legal resources to support case preparation
- Draft legal documents such as complaints, pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements, including TOCs and TOAs, redlining, memos, and bates labeling docs
- Assist with the preparation and management of discovery in eDiscovery platforms, including interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and depositions
- Assist attorneys in preparing for trial by organizing exhibits, preparing witness lists, and compiling trial materials & witness preparation, direct examination, cross-examination binders/folders for depositions and trial
- Research statutes, regulations, and case law to support litigation strategies and arguments
- Draft & e-file necessary documents with various state and federal courts
- Light management of attorneys’ calendar, including scheduling hearings, trials, and conferences
- Accurate and thorough digital document management and retention
- Efficient prioritization of tasks when working with multiple attorneys and administrative support personnel
- Accurate review of all notices received/motions that come in, accurate follow-up on all tasks
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, Legal Studies, or related field preferred
- Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program – preferred but not required
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Minimum of 4 years of Paralegal experience at a reputable law firm
- Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
- Excellent communication abilities
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Proven track record of success in supporting complex litigation cases
- Proficiency in legal research tools and technology
Benefits:
- Salary commensurate with experience ($65,000-80,000 USD).
- Health insurance and Long-Term Disability insurance.
- 401(k) Retirement savings plan
- Leading technology used to manage clients, cases and overall practice
- Professional and business development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
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