Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

HQ Location: Parsippany, NJ

Schedule: Hybrid (3 days onsite/2 days WFH)

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Mid-Level (Minimum 4 years)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience assisting attorneys with corporate and business litigation, with a strong preference to work collaboratively as a “business partner” and not just an admin. As a Litigation Paralegal at Firm X you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of cases, collaborate with talented colleagues, and make a meaningful impact on our clients’ legal needs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters from inception to resolution
• Support M&A Litigation, IP Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Labor & Employment, and General Corporate Litigation, and investigations
• Conduct thorough legal research using online databases and legal resources to support case preparation
• Draft legal documents such as complaints, pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements, including TOCs and TOAs, redlining, memos, and bates labeling docs
• Assist with the preparation and management of discovery in eDiscovery platforms, including interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and depositions
• Assist attorneys in preparing for trial by organizing exhibits, preparing witness lists, and compiling trial materials & witness preparation, direct examination, cross-examination binders/folders for depositions and trial
• Research statutes, regulations, and case law to support litigation strategies and arguments
• Draft & e-file necessary documents with various state and federal courts
• Light management of attorneys’ calendar, including scheduling hearings, trials, and conferences
• Accurate and thorough digital document management and retention
• Efficient prioritization of tasks when working with multiple attorneys and administrative support personnel
• Accurate review of all notices received/motions that come in, accurate follow-up on all tasks

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, Legal Studies, or related field preferred
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program – preferred but not required
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Minimum of 4 years of Paralegal experience at a reputable law firm
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Proven track record of success in supporting complex litigation cases
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technology

Benefits:

• Salary commensurate with experience ($65,000-80,000 USD).
• Health insurance and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Leading technology used to manage clients, cases and overall practice
• Professional and business development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment