Litigation Paralegal

Fisher & Phillips LLP•Berkeley Heights, NJ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Fisher Phillips is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys and provide high-quality billable work for clients. Under an attorney’s direction and supervision, the Paralegal performs substantive legal support work requiring knowledge of legal concepts, the legal system, and substantive and procedural law. The Paralegal must confer with and follow an attorney’s direction on legal decisions and does not provide legal advice to clients. Paralegals are generally expected to record at least 1,500 billable hours during the performance year, which runs from October 1 through September 30. The position is based in New Jersey and is hybrid. The hourly rate range is $37.18–$53.18; actual base pay depends on factors including location, experience, internal equity, skills, and qualifications. The firm describes its environment as professional and dynamic, with cutting-edge technology and opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

At least five years of litigation paralegal experience.
Labor and employment litigation experience.
Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and project management skills.
Ability to prioritize effectively and perform in a high-pressure environment.
Ability to work across a variety of state and federal jurisdictions.
High motivation, reliability, flexibility, curiosity, and teamwork skills.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Ability to adapt quickly to change and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as document review software, eDiscovery technology, and document management systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Relativity and/or Everlaw.

Responsibilities

Obtain and manage client documents, including electronic data, and determine what documents may be relevant to each case.
Conduct litigation, criminal, and civil background checks, and obtain properly authenticated records as needed.
Draft litigation documents for attorney review, including removal documents, certificates of interested parties, answers, initial disclosures, motions and orders, scheduling orders, protective orders, deposition notices, affidavits and declarations, discovery and discovery responses, settlement agreements, and dismissal documents.
Assist with summary judgment motions by checking deposition citations, assembling exhibits, and creating appendices.
Identify and prepare documents for production, including Bates labeling and redacting privileged or confidential information.
Assist with trial preparation by managing exhibits and evidentiary matters, preparing witness lists and files, arranging subpoenas, coordinating and attending witness preparation meetings, and assisting at trial.
Conduct online research and use the firm’s electronic resources efficiently.
Manage multiple assignments and deadlines, maintain a professional demeanor, and seek assistance when needed.
Help colleagues when needed.
Review vendor invoices for accuracy and submit them for processing on time.