Senior Litigation Paralegal

Job Details Location: New York, NY 10036 Salary/Payrate: $130K-$145K annually and AWESOME benefits!!! Work Environment: Hybrid (2 days WFH after ramp up period -- WEDNESDAYS MANDATORY IN OFFICE) Term: Permanent / Fulltime Bachelor's degree required: Yes Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired Job Description The Senior Litigation Paralegal provides advanced litigation support to attorneys in all phases of complex civil litigation. This role is responsible for managing case files from inception through trial and appeal, coordinating discovery, drafting and filing court documents, conducting legal research, and assisting with trial preparation. The Senior Litigation Paralegal serves as a key resource on procedural rules, court requirements, and best practices, and may mentor junior paralegals. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced in handling high-volume, deadline-driven matters in a fast-paced law firm environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist attorneys with all facets of case management: document productions, preparing for and attending depositions, conducting extensive legal and factual research as well as participation in case teams for mediations, arbitrations and trials. This includes preparing case chronologies, exhibits, and evidence, and managing post-trial procedures. Qualifications, Skills and Competencies Bachelor's Degree required Minimum of 10 years' experience in the litigation field, preferably in a mid to large sized firm. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Pacer ECF system, as well as, the NYS Court Filings System Should possess a desire and willingness to be trained in databases such as Relativity, TextMap and other case-specific databases Superior proofreading and research skills Ability to work with other managers and employees at all levels in a collaborative and collegial environment. A flexible problem solver, self-directed, customer service oriented, and collaborative. Strong written and verbal communication skills with all staff levels and backgrounds. Ability to step into unfamiliar roles as needed and work to support other member of the litigation paralegal teams. Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills. Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication and writing skills as well as, excellent problem solving and analysis skills. Ability to multi-task, handle urgent projects and tight deadlines and be willing to travel for out of state work. Should be able to balance independence and a team-oriented mindset with ease. The ideal candidate will be someone who can maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion and demonstrate solid judgement consistently. #J-18808-Ljbffr