Litigation Paralegal
10 days ago
New York
Job Description Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, P.C. ("Porzio"), is a highly-respected, well-established and expanding law firm with two subsidiary companies and offices in NJ, NY, MA, DE, PA, and San Juan, Puerto Rico. Porzio is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal with expertise in New York litigation to support our legal team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling litigation tasks from inception to trial. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Prepare, file and e-file legal documents in NYS Supreme Court, NYC Civil Court and Federal Court., • Ensure strict compliance with all federal, state, local, and judges’ rules for filing and procedures., • Draft, review, and proofread a variety of legal documents., • Assist in the preparation of pleadings, motion papers, discovery responses and privilege logs., • Coordinate document production, including communicating with clients, reviewing/redacting, organizing and Bates Stamping documents for production., • Organize and support depositions, arbitrations, mediations and trial (exhibit and binder prep)., • Calendar court appearances, discovery deadlines, motion deadlines, and other litigation-related deadlines., • Review of medical records and preparation of medical summaries., • The statements contained in this job description are not necessarily all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned and job requirements may vary from time to time. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: • College degree required; paralegal certification preferred but not required., • Minimum 5 years of experience in NY litigation., • Strong understanding NY law, including the CPLR and NYSCEF filing protocols., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite., • Proficiency in legal research tools and document management systems., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities., • Demonstrated initiative, ability to handle caseload, and ability to represent firm in a professional manner., • Strong verbal, written, analytical, organizational, technology and interpersonal skills., • Ability to use office equipment, such as computer, copier, and scanner., • Flexibility in daily work schedule to meet firm's needs during periods of heavy workload. Company Benefits: • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching, • Individual and Dependent Life Insurance, • Short- and Long-Term Disability, • Paid Time Off, • Paid Holidays, • Employee Assistance Programs Porzio Bromberg & Newman, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer – women and minorities are encouraged to apply.