What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search?
Our national law firm client has an immediate opening for a litigation paralegal in their New York office. This individual will provide essential support to attorneys in all phases of the litigation process. The ideal candidate will have experience with legal research, preparing written discovery and pleadings, e-filing and document management systems.
The Law Firm is a nationally renowned litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters. The firm's expertise is diverse but focused in the areas of toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation. They approach litigation as a unified team, integrating our efforts with those of our clients to advance their interests wherever they do business. Their goal is always to deliver optimal results at the best possible value.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Assist with preparing legal documents, such as pleadings, motions and written discovery
- Organize and maintain case files, exhibits and documents
- Review and proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
- Assist with preparing trial exhibits
- Assist with document production and discovery requests
- Review documents in document management systems
Candidate Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate
- Minimum 3 years' of litigation experience
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Ability to work in an organized and efficient manner
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, File & Serve, NYSCEF and Pacer (Aderant knowledge is a plus)
- Attendance & Punctuality: Be consistently at work and on time; arrive at meetings and appointments on time; ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent
- Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Customer Service: Respond promptly to attorney and client requests for service and assistance; meet commitments
- Dependability: Follow instructions; complete tasks on time; commit to the hours necessary to complete assignments; work independently
- Team Work: Contribute to building a positive team spirit; support everyone's efforts to succeed
