Paralegal

Freeman, Mathis & Gary Law•Newark, NJ

About The Position

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing, national litigation firm seeking an enthusiastic Paralegal to join our Newark, New Jersey office. We are eagerly seeking candidates that have excellent communication skills, problem-solvers, and willing to take ownership of their job. Flexibility and excellent organization skills are key in our fast-paced environment. The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm: Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)

Requirements

5-10 years paralegal experience in a law firm
Civil litigation experience required
Familiarity with performing research tasks using web-based legal research services
Must successfully pass a background/drug screen
Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from ABA approved program required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with paperless files.
iManage experience a plus

Responsibilities

Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case for trial
Discovery and records management
Ability to summarize medical and employment records, create medical chronologies, summarize discovery responses, prepare meet and confer correspondence
Motion writing experience, such as oppositions to motions including discovery motions, motions to continue trial
Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision and exceptional attention to detail