About the Role
Seeking an exceptionally experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal with 10+ years of complex litigation experience to support attorneys through all phases of litigation in state and federal courts. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of litigation from case inception through trial and appeal.
- Perform and oversee complex eDiscovery projects, including document collection, review, production, and organization.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain case files, pleadings, exhibits, and litigation databases.
- Create and manage Bates stamping and document production sets.
- Prepare and file legal documents through NYSCEF, PACER, and various eCourts platforms.
- Handle all aspects of electronic filing (e-filing) in state and federal courts.
- Prepare comprehensive Tables of Authorities (TOAs) and Tables of Contents (TOCs) for motions, briefs, and appellate filings.
- Conduct court and docket research utilizing PACER, state court systems, and litigation support tools.
- Maintain and manage a high-volume litigation docket, including calendaring critical deadlines, court appearances, motion schedules, discovery deadlines, and trial dates.
- Coordinate with attorneys, clients, court personnel, vendors, and outside counsel.
- Assist with deposition preparation, witness files, exhibit management, and trial logistics.
- Ensure compliance with court rules, filing requirements, and procedural deadlines.
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of litigation paralegal experience.
- Extensive experience supporting complex commercial, civil, or general litigation matters.
- Advanced knowledge of Bates Stamping, eDiscovery Processes, Electronic Filing (e-Filing), NYSCEF, PACER, eCourts, Tables of Authorities (TOAs), and Tables of Contents (TOCs).
- Significant experience managing heavy litigation docketing and calendaring.
- Strong understanding of New York State and Federal court procedures.
- Excellent organizational, prioritization, and project management skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet critical deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and litigation support software.
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program.
- Experience supporting trial teams in high-stakes litigation matters.
- Familiarity with document review and litigation management platforms.
Skills
- Bates Stamping
- eDiscovery Processes
- Electronic Filing (e-Filing)
- NYSCEF
- PACER
- eCourts
- Tables of Authorities (TOAs)
- Tables of Contents (TOCs)
- Litigation Docketing
- Calendaring
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Litigation Support Software
- Document Review
- Litigation Management Platforms
Experience Level
- Senior
- 10+ years
Education Level
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
