Great opportunity for an experienced Commercial Litigation Paralegal to join a midsized national law firm in their New York City office on a direct hire basis to add to the firm’s growing presence in Midtown. The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for working closely with attorneys, assisting in all phases of the litigation practice, from pre-complaint to trial and appeal. The Litigation Paralegal will be responsible for managing all details throughout every phase of trial from investigations, pleadings, discovery, and attendance. The Paralegal will need to be able to multitask effectively and essentially to thrive in a busy, collaborative team-oriented environment with strong attention to detail. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Manages document production processes.
• Assists with the collection of material from client, opposing parties, and third parties (hard copies, electronic data, and physical evidence).
• Manages logistics of production of documents – hard copy, images, and natives.
• Perform substantive legal and factual research.
• Analyzes documents and materials.
• Prepares and coordinates for depositions.
• Research rules of procedure for relevant court venues.
• Coordinates preparation and filing of briefs and legal documents.
• Drafts routine filings (e.g. attorney appearances, notices of filings, notices of motions).
• Checks legal cites for proper format, content, and accuracy (Westlaw, Lexis; Blue Book).
• Compiles appendices and exhibits
• Manages service of process; files with court and serves on parties; coordinates with local counsel.
• Manages trial preparation, trial, and hearing preparation and support.
• Compiles and tracks trial exhibits.
• Prepares pretrial documents.
• Manages deposition and trial transcripts.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a paralegal supporting attorneys all phases of commercial litigation.
• Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in NetDocuments or similar DMS, and MS Office programs.
• Proficiency in Outlook and ability to adapt to new software programs.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, the ability to balance multiple tasks in a fast- paced environment, and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize and balance competing demands and meet deadlines in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Must have superior attention to detail and an ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline- driven environment.
• High degree of motivation, with driving sense of responsibility, accountability, and responsiveness.
• Flexible and willing to work hours needed to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
• All candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time.

If you would like to learn more about the Commercial Litigation Paralegal position available in NYC, then please submit your resume, in Word format, to leslie.tucker@trustpoint.one.

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