Litigation Paralegal

Friedman Williams•Garden CIty, NY

About The Position

Enhances attorney effectiveness by independently handling aspects of discharge planning and mental hygiene litigation with minimal supervision. This role requires a paralegal certificate or degree in paralegal studies and 5 or more years of litigation experience. The position reports to the Partner and Paralegal Manager.

Requirements

Paralegal certificate or degree in paralegal studies
5 or more years of litigation experience
Ability to work 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
Must be available for overtime
Ability to effectively multi-task and work independently
Ability to consistently meet tight deadlines
Ability to handle confidential and highly sensitive information
Knowledge of legal research methods
Good typing skills, thorough and accurate
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word and Outlook
Familiarity with Elite 3E Workplace Time Entry timekeeping program or similar program
Familiarity with NetDocuments document management system or similar system
Well-developed interpersonal and client relation skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional time management skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent attention to detail

Responsibilities

Prepare, serve and file court papers for discharge planning and mental hygiene litigation
Coordinate filings with process server
Communicate extensively with clients
Prepare Firm audit response letters
Draft correspondence and assist with calendaring
Handle electronic filing and service of legal documents for New Jersey, New York and Connecticut state courts, All Federal Courts, Surrogate’s Court and Bankruptcy Court
Conduct Legal Research and gather relevant information from a variety of sources
Assist in organizing exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
Cite check and shepardize briefs
Assist in bate stamping of documents, hyperlinking and bookmarking
Willing to cross train in other areas of law
Assume additional responsibilities as required to meet needs of Firm