Commercial Litigation Paralegal for Growing Firm in Midtown

A highly regarded litigation practice is seeking an experienced and motivated Litigation Paralegal to join its New York City office. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to play a critical role supporting attorneys through all phases of complex litigation, including commercial and intellectual property cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex cases through all phases of litigation, including case organization, tracking deadlines, and maintaining files
• Assist attorneys with day-to-day case management across multiple matters
• Prepare, proofread, and cite-check pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery documents
• File and serve legal documents in Federal courts (ECF) , ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements
• Maintain case calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and filings
• Support and manage e-discovery processes , including document collection, review, and production
• Assist with deposition and trial preparation, including exhibit organization and logistics
• Conduct factual research and assist with investigations as needed
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure timely and accurate work product

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience supporting complex, high-volume matters
• Experience in defense-side complex litigation strongly preferred
• Paralegal certificate required
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • E-discovery platforms and workflows
  • Federal court filings (ECF)
  • Managing cases through all phases of litigation
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Adobe, and litigation support tools
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $85,000 - $150,000 (based on experience)
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
• Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Monday-Friday), 1 day remote per week after initial orientation period
• Billable Requirement: 100 hours/month

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and sophisticated litigation practice that values high-quality work, collaboration, and professional development. The team is continuously expanding and actively seeking strong paralegal talent in New York City.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.