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$54/hr–$69/hr
Full-time
associate degree, professional certificate
Medical, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, 401(k)
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The role provides administrative and legal support to attorneys within the Litigation section, including drafting legal documents and managing case files. Responsibilities also include coordinating exhibits, conducting legal research, and maintaining client communications.
Requirements
Requires an associate degree in paralegal studies or equivalent experience and at least 3 years of law firm experience. Proficiency in legal terminology, court processes, and specific legal software like NetDocuments and Elite 3E is essential.
Full job description
LITIGATION PARALEGAL
Location: Onsite
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Legal Paraprofessionals Manager, this role will be responsible for supporting various attorneys with all administrative aspects of the Litigation section specialty.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Input attorney and billable paralegal time into Workspace.
Initiate opening of new files and closing of complete ones.
Assist with basic legal research including but not limited to locating cases, statutes, and regulatory materials, conduct fact research on internet and private search engines.
Attend, actively participate, and take notes at meetings.
Collaborate and assist attorneys within other sections.
Coordinate preparation of exhibits and witness lists.
Draft, review, and edit correspondence (pleadings, petitions, motions, briefs, affidavits, contracts) and varied other specialty documents ensuring compliance with court rules.
File any documents with courts, county, state, or federal agencies.
Maintain contact with clients to track and analyze progress on a regular basis.
Maintain open client list and calendar.
Manage preparation of post-trial filings including briefing, motions for costs and sanctions as well as organize the case for appeal if necessary.
Order any type of necessary report to maintain client satisfaction.
Organize and maintain case files, schedule client conferences and attorney meetings.
Prepare and submit attorney expense reports.
Schedule couriers, court reporters, expert witnesses, and other special functions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Required Skills:
Associate degree in Paralegal studies or related field or equivalent experience required.
3+ years law firm experience.
Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
Ability to maintain confidential/sensitive information; exercises discretion and good judgement.
Deep understanding of legal terminology and principles, research methods, court processes.
Effective time management skills and excellent organizational skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal and client service skills.
Strong attention to detail particularly in proofreading.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and research skills.
Strong technology skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, E-Discovery, NetDocuments, Elite 3E; knowledgeable in Zoom or similar teleconference platforms.
Certifications:
Paralegal Certificate preferred.
Notary preferred.
Work Hours:
In office work at New York, NY location five days per week.
Decades of Experience with Recognized Results. Distinct Vision. Real Impact.
Industry
Law Practice
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1988
Headquarters
Little Falls, New Jersey
LinkedIn followers
2,795
Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC is a business law firm based in New Jersey and New York, servicing clients worldwide. Our focus is niche areas of law most often required by corporate entities, owners, leaders, and operators. Our prestigious roster of attorneys offer the experience and proven results that businesses need to move projects forward. Regardless of the size of your business or the scale of the project, we embrace the unique complexity that comes with doing business in an evolving economy. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you.
Offices: 150 Clove Rd, 9th Floor, Little Falls, New Jersey 07424, US · 519 8th Ave, 25th Floor, New York, NY 10018, US · 331 Newman Springs Road, Building 3, Suite 310, Red Bank, New Jersey 07701-5692, US
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Decades of Experience with Recognized Results. Distinct Vision. Real Impact.
Industry
Law Practice
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1988
Headquarters
Little Falls, New Jersey
LinkedIn followers
2,795
Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC is a business law firm based in New Jersey and New York, servicing clients worldwide. Our focus is niche areas of law most often required by corporate entities, owners, leaders, and operators. Our prestigious roster of attorneys offer the experience and proven results that businesses need to move projects forward. Regardless of the size of your business or the scale of the project, we embrace the unique complexity that comes with doing business in an evolving economy. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you.
Offices: 150 Clove Rd, 9th Floor, Little Falls, New Jersey 07424, US · 519 8th Ave, 25th Floor, New York, NY 10018, US · 331 Newman Springs Road, Building 3, Suite 310, Red Bank, New Jersey 07701-5692, US
Business LawEnvironmental LawCyber Security & Data ProtectionLabor and EmploymentLitigationCommerical Real EstateMergers & AcquisitionsEntertainment Lawmusic lawLand Use Law