Trial Paralegal

BARRY MCTIERNAN & MOORE LLC•New York, NY

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Barry McTiernan & Moore LLC is a full-service defense litigation firm with a history dating back to 1930, specializing in representing Fortune 500 companies and their insureds in complex, high-exposure cases. The firm handles a variety of general liability claims, including negligence, NY State Labor Law, premises liability, products liability, and other defense matters. BMM is recognized as a leader in the defense of toxic tort claims and employs a metrics-driven approach to litigation management. The firm is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. The Manhattan office is seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal to manage case preparation for trial, complex attorney calendars, discovery, depositions, and litigation deadlines for a high-volume caseload. This role involves close collaboration with attorneys, investigators, expert witnesses, insurance carriers, clients, and vendors, playing a critical part in case development and trial readiness.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in an insurance defense firm.
Significant trial preparation experience, including preparation of exhibits, trial binders, witness materials, and courtroom logistics.
Experience coordinating depositions, expert witnesses, investigators, and trial schedules.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple attorney calendars and manage numerous competing deadlines simultaneously.
Experience managing a high-volume caseload from inception through trial.
Strong understanding of New York litigation procedures, discovery practice, and court deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams.
Experience with legal document management and case management systems.
Exceptional organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
Ability to prioritize effectively and thrive in a deadline-driven environment.
Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to excellence.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in LexisNexis and Westlaw preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of trial preparation, including trial binders, exhibits, witness files, demonstrative evidence, trial logistics, and expert coordination.
Prepare and organize trial exhibits, exhibit lists, witness lists, subpoenas, trial authorizations, and trial binders.
Coordinate with trial support vendors, court reporters, investigators, and expert witnesses.
Assist attorneys with jury selection materials, verdict research, and trial presentations.
Ensure all trial-related deadlines are tracked and completed timely.
Organize and maintain electronic and physical trial files.
Manage and maintain organized case files for a high-volume caseload from start to end of a case.
Coordinate multiple attorney calendars and ensure attorneys are prepared for upcoming appearances, depositions, hearings, and trials.
Proactively identify upcoming deadlines and communicate priorities to attorneys and other team members.
Maintain up-to-date case status information and provide regular updates regarding outstanding items and critical deadlines.
Ensure compliance with firm, court, and client reporting requirements.
Draft legal documents including, but not limited to discovery demands and responses, authorizations, subpoenas, deposition notices, and other litigation documents.
Coordinate and manage Examination Before Trial (EBT) calendars and scheduling.
Process medical authorizations and coordinate the collection and review of medical records.
Maintain discovery tracking systems and ensure all discovery obligations are satisfied timely.
Gather, organize, and distribute records and supporting materials to experts.
Schedule expert reviews, inspections, examinations and meetings in a timely manner.
Collaborate closely with attorneys to support litigation strategy and case development.
Provide exceptional organizational support in a fast-paced litigation environment.