Litigation Paralegal

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Location: Shrewsbury, New Jersey 07702
Client: Confidential

About Our Client

Our client is a premier boutique law firm located in Shrewsbury, NJ, distinguished by its unwavering commitment to achieving exceptional results in high-stakes, complex litigation. Their practice is built on a foundation of intellectual rigor, strategic innovation, and a client-first philosophy. Representing a diverse clientele in sophisticated legal battles, they have cultivated a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performance culture.

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join their growing team. This is a career-defining opportunity for an ambitious paralegal looking to develop their skills alongside some of the industry's leading trial attorneys. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundational knowledge of the litigation process and a passion for contributing to a winning team. You will be an integral part of the case team, providing essential support across a diverse range of litigation matters and gaining invaluable hands-on experience in a fast-paced, sophisticated legal environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Case File Management: Assist in the organization and maintenance of all case files, including pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and key case documents, from inception through resolution.
• Discovery Support: Play a key role in the discovery process, including assisting with the preparation of discovery requests and responses, managing document collections, and maintaining document production logs.
• Legal Document Preparation: Draft a variety of legal documents for attorney review, including correspondence, deposition notices, subpoenas, and initial shells of motions and pleadings.
• Factual Investigation & Analysis: Conduct factual research, review and summarize documents and deposition transcripts, and assist in the creation of case chronologies and factual memoranda.
• Litigation & Trial Support: Provide critical support for depositions, hearings, and trials by preparing exhibit lists, organizing trial binders, coordinating witness logistics, and assisting with courtroom presentations.
• Citation & Proofreading: Perform cite-checking and proofreading of legal briefs and motions to ensure accuracy and compliance with all applicable court rules.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Experience: A minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in a law firm environment.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree and/or an ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate is required.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with e-discovery platforms (e.g., Relativity) and litigation support software. Knowledge of New Jersey state and Federal court rules and e-filing (ECF) is essential.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with a proven ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Mindset: A proactive, resourceful, and team-oriented individual who demonstrates a strong work ethic, a keen eye for detail, and a desire to learn and grow.

What Our Client Offers

This is an opportunity to join a firm where your contributions are critical to the mission. Our client offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, a sophisticated and collaborative work environment, and a genuine commitment to the professional growth and development of their people.