Litigation Paralegal

Whitecap Search is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join a leading full-service law firm in Northern NJ. This full-time, in-office position is ideal for a skilled paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and values high-quality work as part of a collaborative team. Responsibilities: Organize and maintain pleadings, discovery materials, deposition files, exhibits, and trial binders, ensuring all case documents are complete, accurate, and readily accessible. Manage case calendars and deadlines, coordinating across attorneys and staff to ensure timely completion of all filings and deliverables. Assist attorneys with drafting discovery responses, preparing court filings, coordinating service, and managing deposition logistics. Work with attorneys to gather responsive information, track productions, communicate with clients and document custodians, and maintain defensible documentation throughout the discovery process. Collaborate with litigation technology staff to support data intake, review organization, and production workflows, including privilege review, redactions, and electronic privilege logs. Prepare hearing and trial materials, manage exhibit lists, coordinate witnesses, and provide on-site support to attorneys during proceedings. Handle electronic filings in New Jersey and New York court systems. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably with a mid-size or larger law firm. Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required. Proficiency in eDiscovery platforms such as Relativity, Nuix Ringtail, or Everlaw, with working knowledge of eDiscovery workflows for collection, review, production, privilege review, and redactions. Proficiency in iManage and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience with electronic filing in New Jersey and New York. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with attorneys, staff, and clients. Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Sound independent judgment, initiative, and the ability to prioritize and manage a demanding workload effectively. Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr