Litigation Paralegal

About the Firm

Our client is a highly respected New York City litigation firm with more than 75 years of experience representing clients in complex aviation, maritime, and transportation matters. Nationally recognized for handling sophisticated, high-exposure litigation, the firm manages cases from inception through trial or settlement and has also served as an administrator for the Department of Justice's 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund.

The firm is committed to innovation and is actively integrating artificial intelligence into its litigation practice through tools that support document review, transcript summarization, damages brochure preparation, and legal research. Known for its collaborative culture, low turnover, and strong commitment to employee development, many team members have built successful careers at the firm spanning more than a decade.

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with 5–7 years of law firm litigation experience to support attorneys through every stage of complex litigation. This position is ideal for a career paralegal who is passionate about litigation, enjoys managing sophisticated cases, and is seeking a long-term opportunity within a stable and collaborative firm.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting state and federal litigation matters involving aviation, maritime, and transportation law.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cases through all phases of litigation, from initial filing through trial or settlement.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, discovery requests, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Coordinate document collection, production, and electronic discovery.
• Prepare deposition summaries, trial exhibits, witness binders, and mediation materials.
• File documents electronically through NYSCEF and PACER in both state and federal courts.
• Maintain case files, calendars, and litigation deadlines.
• Coordinate communications and scheduling with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Prepare damages brochures, presentations, and supporting litigation materials.
• Utilize AI-powered legal technology to assist with transcript analysis, document summarization, and document preparation.
• Provide comprehensive trial support, including availability for overtime during active trial periods.

Qualifications
Required

• 5–7 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm environment.
• Demonstrated experience supporting complex litigation from inception through trial or settlement.
• Strong experience with discovery, document production, deposition summaries, and trial preparation.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Experience in aviation, maritime, transportation, insurance defense, or other complex civil litigation.
• Experience with electronic discovery and case management software.

Technical Skills

• NYSCEF
• PACER
• Westlaw
• LexisNexis
• Litify/Salesforce
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• AI-powered legal technology and document automation tools
• Electronic document management and e-discovery platforms

Professional Qualities
The ideal candidate is:

• Committed to a long-term career as a litigation paralegal.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Comfortable learning and utilizing emerging legal technologies, including AI tools.
• A strong communicator who builds effective working relationships with attorneys, clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Flexible and willing to work additional hours during trial preparation when necessary.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Annual merit-based performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with significant employer contribution.
• 401(k) with employer contributions after one year of service.
• Three weeks of paid vacation beginning on day one.
• Seven paid sick days and three personal days annually.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.

Why Join This Firm?

• Join a nationally recognized litigation practice with an exceptional reputation.
• Work alongside experienced attorneys on sophisticated, high-profile litigation.
• Be part of a collaborative culture where employees build long-term careers.
• Benefit from meaningful opportunities for internal growth and professional development.
• Work with cutting-edge legal technology, including AI-enhanced litigation tools.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and outstanding employee retention.