What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at DRV Staffing?
Recruiting for a paralegal job to support the commercial litigation team (around 5 attorneys) in the NYC office of a prestigious fast-growing law firm. At least 4 years of relevant experience needed.
While they may be boutique, they pack a punch! They offer hands-on experience with clients that you won't find in big-law firms. Their collaborative team environment feels less like a corporate grind and more like a bustling coffee shop where everyone knows your name (and your preferred latte order). Greater growth? They've got it! In fact, they've even beaten big-law on multiple occasions. Think of them as the David to their Goliath.
Prestigious, they got that too. Indeed, they've been featured in The Real Deal publication, and earned a Double Ranking in Chambers USA for Commercial Litigation and Bankruptcy. If that's not impressive enough, they're actively hiring for multiple positions right now. This incredible growth means you’ll join a dynamic team that’s taking the legal world by storm.
Experience / skills : Lewis Nexis, Westlaw, NYSCEF, PACER, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), preparing pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery, trial prep, how to do table of contents, calendaring, filing documents, strong cite checking skills, conduct legal research and gather pertinent case information; must have significant experience with electronic filings in both Federal and State courts. Skilled in being able to research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes to prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, etc. Draft legal documents, correspondence, and court filings. Monitor and manage case deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures. E-discovery support work. Managing case-related deadlines, filing documents with various courts, maintaining attorney calendars, and organizing exhibits. Prepare and organize case files, pleadings, discovery documents, and trial exhibits.
While not required, bonus points if you have a paralegal certificate.
9am-6pm hours generally speaking.
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Work Location : In person
The firm also provided a stipend toward health insurance.
Salary : $75,000 - $100,000
