Litigation Paralegal

Paralegal With Litigation Experience

Nesco Resource has partnered with a well-established, nationally recognized company with a long-standing presence in critical infrastructure and public service to identify a Paralegal with litigation experience. This will start as a contract role with potential to convert to a permanent position. Candidates must have litigation experience in New York to be considered.

Schedule: 2-3 months of training fully in office, then a minimum of 3-4 days in office hybrid schedule in NYC (Gramercy Park area) $35-40/hr 6-month contract with potential for direct hire based on performance

Responsibilities/Job Description:

• Assist attorneys in the preparation of pending litigation actions; prepare and draft pleadings and responses to discovery demands served on or by the Company.
• Handle extensive document production and coordinate the preparation of information in an efficient and timely manner.
• Maintain case files.
• Coordinate with and advise management personnel providing documents in response to discovery requests.
• Analyze documents and catalog exhibits.
• Perform legal research and cite check briefs.
• Prepare all required legal documents.
• Monitor cases and handle other tasks related to litigation support.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required.
• Initiate / maintain legal holds (via software) Knowledge of court deadlines, review of CPLR and other court/procedural rules related to deadlines and submission requirements, and calendaring deadlines
• Maintain electronic document repositories and document review platforms/software
• Handle e-filing of documents on PACER and NYSEF

Required Skills:

• Strong background in drafting discovery responses discovery demands and various types of motions.
• Extensive experience in processing authorizations
• Must have litigation experience (insurance defense, plaintiff personal injury, etc) and well-versed in New York Practice.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Good faith letter writing

Soft Skills:

• Comfortable with Fast Paced Environment
• Ability to multi-task and switch to new projects as needed
• Comfortable working outside of the normal department/job duties
• Open Minded
• Assisting where needed

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.