Senior Litigation Paralegal

Gibson Dunn•New York, NY

11d•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Based in New York City, the Senior Litigation Paralegal supports attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case management, court filings, calendaring, document review and production, cite checking, document organization, discovery, and deposition and trial preparation. The role is a key part of a team dedicated to the Firm’s top client and helps move cases efficiently from inception through resolution. It reports to the Manager, Paralegal Services.

Requirements

Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience at an AmLaw 100 law firm.
Ability to support complex litigation cases from beginning to end.
Understanding of common litigation practices, procedures, regulations, and workflow.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain professional relationships.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask, manage priorities and tight deadlines, and handle multiple projects and client matters simultaneously.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Superior analytical and reasoning abilities.
Initiative, critical-thinking skills, and ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to consider multiple approaches and collaborate with other leaders to develop and execute plans.
Ability to understand the big picture while attending to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team across multiple offices.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, Google Workspace, Google Docs, and Google Sheets.
Proficiency in LexisNexis and Westlaw.
Proficiency in iManage.
Experience with eDiscovery databases such as Relativity, Opus 2, and CaseMap.
Must meet applicable state requirements governing paralegal duties, including any required certifications or qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and substantive paralegal experience.
Experience with internal and government investigations is a plus, but not required.
Experience interfacing with client representatives to develop and implement AI workflows.
Experience using AI tools such as Claude, Harvey, ChatGPT, CoCounsel, and Gemini.

Responsibilities

Perform litigation case management, including file management, discovery, and trial activities.
Assist attorneys with complex matters and help ensure deadlines and milestones are met.
Use AI tools to streamline workflows and improve efficiency; interfacing with client representatives to develop and implement AI workflows is preferred.
Update the client’s document management systems, if applicable.
Help keep detailed reports and summaries of case activities and developments up to date, if applicable.
Use existing systems and procedures or establish new procedures to organize and retrieve documents for case attorneys.
Assist attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case initiation through trial.
Calendar case deadlines and research Local Rules, Rules of Civil Procedure, and judges’ standing orders to ensure compliance.
Assist with and draft court filings and preparations in federal and state courts.
Assist with discovery, including document collection, organization, review, and production.
Proofread and cite-check court briefs and discovery documents, including Bluebook citations.
Assist with deposition, meeting, and interview preparation.
Assist with trial and arbitration management, including travel and logistics.
Prepare and submit timekeeping reports promptly.
Prepare charts and indices.
Coordinate with external vendors.
Perform day-to-day case management tasks.
Travel as needed and work overtime when necessary.