Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO THE OFFICE IN NEW YORK, NY, IN PERSON 4 DAYS PER WEEK.

Location: New York, NY | Hybrid

Salary Range: $100K-$150K | Bonus Eligible

Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 9-5 | Non-exempt

Required: 4+ years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the Opportunity

An established law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to provide hands-on litigation support for complex, multijurisdictional matters in its New York office. This newly created position plays a key role in managing court filings, litigation deadlines, docket monitoring, and legal document preparation across federal and state courts.

Qualifications & Skills

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• Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience
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• 4+ years of litigation paralegal experience , preferably involving complex commercial litigation
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• Experience with federal and state court e-filing, PACER, docket monitoring, and litigation calendaring
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• Knowledge of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure , state and local court rules, and deadline calculations
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• Experience preparing Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities and cite-checking using Westlaw and/or Lexis
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal docketing and document management systems
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• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple matters and meet strict deadlines
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• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse legal teams
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• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends and learn new technologies as needed
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Key Responsibilities

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• Manage electronic court filings in federal and state courts, ensuring compliance with filing rules, formatting, redaction, and service requirements
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• Prepare Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities for legal briefs and appellate filings; verify citations and page references
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• Track litigation deadlines , court schedules, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions
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• Monitor PACER, CM/ECF, and state court dockets , review new filings and orders, and communicate updates to attorneys
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• Prepare, format, and proofread pleadings, motions, exhibits, and other legal documents
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• Maintain case calendars, docket sheets, procedural checklists, and accurate records in document management systems
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• Support discovery, hearings, depositions, and trials , coordinating with attorneys and litigation support teams as needed
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• Research court rules and judicial standing orders, communicate case updates, and travel as needed to support litigation matters
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• Meet applicable annual billing requirements
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Apply Today

Ready to take the next step in your legal career? If you have a strong background in litigation procedures, court filings, and deadline management, apply today to explore this Litigation Paralegal opportunity in New York City. Join a collaborative legal team where your attention to detail and procedural expertise will make a meaningful impact on complex litigation matters.

Founded in 1969, JOHN LEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHN LEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.