General Liability Defense Paralegal

General Liability Defense Paralegal

Our client is a leading mid-sized law firm with offices around the tri-state and Florida. They offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits plan including medical and dental insurance, group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, optional term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac, 401(k), paid time off, referral bonuses and paid holidays.

They are currently seeking a Full-time General Litigation Paralegal with 4+ years of experience. The candidate will be working with attorneys in a variety of litigation matters and should have a background and experience working in a litigation firm.  Must be proactive and have excellent organizational, scheduling and calendaring skills. The ability to multi-task, manage a large caseload and work in a fast-paced environment is also required.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of federal and state statutes, rules, and procedures pertaining to electronic court filings and systems (PACER, NYSCEF, e-law/e-track) as well as basic research capabilities (Lexis/Westlaw).

 

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting of routine court documents such as Notices of Appearances, Pro Hac Vice Motions, Notices of Motions, Subpoenas, Stipulations and other general court documents.
• Compile and/or draft legal documents for review and use by attorneys such as routine discovery responses and affidavits.
• Request, pursue, subpoena and work with record vendors to obtain medical treatment and/or educational records.
• Prepares exhibits and other demonstrative evidence.
• Conduct case law research using Lexis/Westlaw and public access websites to assist with strategies for defense
• Organize, analyze, chart and/or index, medical treatment and education records, documents and/or exhibits for motion practice.
• May assist attorneys in preparation of witnesses for deposition and/or trial concerning general matters.
• Review documents for relevance and privilege in preparation for disclosure.
• Review, categorize and analyze reports, records, data and discovery responses.
• Capture and record billable time in accordance with policies and procedures.

 

Requirements:

• At least 4+ years relevant experience.
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks.
• Ability to work with multiple attorneys.
• Ability to work with large document intensive cases.
• Proficient in Lexis and/or Westlaw, Microsoft Word, Excel and KOFAX Professional.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.

 

Hybrid Hours:

Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pm with the flexibility to work overtime when needed
Minimum 3 days a week in office

 

 

The annualized salary range for this position is $60,000 to $80,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. 

Retail Options, Executive Search
Uniondale
United States of America

About the company

Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation

We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.

In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.

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