Senior Litigation Paralegal

Job Description Senior Litigation Paralegal needed at a top international law firm's NY office. 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal Essential Functions * Assist attorneys with management of all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, deposition preparation, motion practice and trial preparation in New York State and Federal Courts. * Assist with drafting pleadings, discovery demands and responses, discovery requests, briefs, subpoenas, and motions, including but not limited, assistance with legal and factual cite checking, and bluebooking. * Track discovery and document productions, often using database software to manage document productions. * Conduct document review and analysis. * Serve as liaison between attorneys and clients to provide case updates and gather information. * Prepare case summaries and collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategy. * Electronic filing of court documents in NYSCEF and Federal Courts. * Work collaboratively with attorneys and colleagues while managing independent responsibilities. * Assemble trial notebooks, coordinate witness appearances, organize exhibits, and assist attorneys during hearings and trials. * Oversee and train assistants to file organization, and other appropriate tasks. * Coordinate with Firm's Managing Clerk Team to maintain all aspects of case calendars and track matter deadlines. * Perform research pertaining to Federal Rules, Local Rules and Practices and miscellaneous issues utilizing firm's internet and firm's research platform subscriptions. * Occasional trips to courts to file, retrieve and deliver courtesy copies of documents. * Liaise with internal and external resources as needed. Competencies * Bachelor's Degree or paralegal certificate preferred. * 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal * Experience with Federal Court trials * Extensive knowledge of the FRCP/CPLR and court rules and procedures in New York State and Federal Courts. * Experience utilizing E-discovery platforms * Experience with electronic filing in NYSCEF and PACER/ECF. * Experience using legal databases, such as Westlaw and LexisNexis. * Excellent writing and analytical skills. * Extraordinary attention to detail; * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; * Ability to work independently and complete a high volume of work in a timely manner; * Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments while consistently delivering quality work product to both attorneys and clients; * Proven experience performing under pressure in a fast paced environment, both individually and within a team setting; * Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel, Lexis and iManage Document Management System.