Litigation Paralegal
4 days ago
Chatham
Objective: This position is responsible for providing litigation, administrative and legal support to NFC’s attorneys. NFC expects that this position will be held by a highly motivated individual who excels in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment that values top-quality work and positive contributions to the workplace. Location: Hybrid – work in NFC’s Chatham Office a minimum of two (2) days in-office days per week, during onboarding and training there will be a three (3) day in-office per week requirement. Must be flexible and willing to work in person for additional days as needed for coverage and/or other business needs. Hours: Monday – Friday (9:00AM – 5:00PM); limited overtime as needed Reports to: Director of Litigation Support Services Classification: Non-Exempt Position Essential Functions: • Prepare Indexes and Chronologies of Events of produced documents (Plaintiff, Defendant, Third-Party), • Draft legal documents including answers to complaints, other pleadings, motions, certifications, etc., • Review and gather relevant documents for Motions and other Court submissions, • Organize exhibits for Pleadings and other Court submissions. Coordinate and electronically-file all Pleadings with the State and Federal Courts (knowing associated court rules.), • Assist with drafting Discovery, Interrogatories, Document Requests, Requests for Admissions, Subpoenas, etc., • Organize and coordinate document productions (Bates Stamping and, Redaction, etc.), • Prepare and maintain Privilege Logs, • Prepare documents needed for Depositions and summarize Deposition Transcripts for use by attorneys, • Research relevant information on public records, witnesses, adversaries, arbitrators, mediators, etc., • Filings and updates to electronic document systems and portals maintained by clients, • Assist with drafting letters to clients, • Assist with drafting Settlement Agreements, • Prepare Mediation Submissions, • Organize and track documents received from clients and the Court, • Conduct computerized and legal research (Internet, Westlaw), • Format documents, • Conduct E-Discovery searches and uploads, • Format Table of Contents/Table of Authorities, • Proofread and edit documents for grammar, content and redactions, • Track and calendar deadlines, court dates, and document submissions, • High level Trial preparation and support, as needed. (i.e. organize and index trial exhibits and other supporting documents, etc.), • Litigation Secretarial support as needed, • Unplanned activities – other duties as assigned by direct supervisor Skills Required • At least 4 years of Paralegal experience, • Strong understanding of law firm procedures and requirements, • Strong understanding of relevant court rules, • Excellent grammar and proofreading skills, • Strong attention to detail, • Ability to multi-task and plan, • Highly organized, • Strong research skills (including Westlaw, internet, etc.), • Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint Salary Range: $75K – $95k The Firm is providing this good faith salary range to comply with applicable law. The applicant’s final salary will depend on a number of factors including the applicant’s skills, and years of experience. Performance and Hours-Based Bonuses: This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus (percentage of salary). Benefits: This position is eligible for many additional benefits, including paid time off, sick time, medical and dental benefits, 401K contribution (and matching).