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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Construction and Business Litigation Paralegal to provide comprehensive paralegal and litigation support to attorneys handling a broad range of construction, commercial, and business litigation matters. Our firm is a Top Workplace recognized for seven consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to a positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive paralegal support for construction, commercial, and business litigation matters.
Assist with all phases of litigation, from inception through trial and post-trial.
Prepare, organize, and maintain litigation files.
Prepare and organize pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, notices, correspondence, affidavits, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
Assist with the preparation and service of mechanic's liens, lien enforcement matters, payment claims, and related filings.
Review and organize construction contracts, subcontracts, change orders, purchase orders, invoices, payment applications, schedules, project records, photographs, plans, specifications, and other construction-related documentation.
Assist with business and commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes, business disputes, partnership and shareholder disputes, and other commercial matters.
Assist attorneys with document review and discovery, including collecting, organizing, indexing, and summarizing large volumes of documents.
Prepare discovery materials, including document demands, interrogatories, notices for discovery and inspection, and responses.
Assist with deposition preparation, including exhibits, chronologies, witness materials, and deposition binders.
Assist with preparation for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, court appearances, and trials.
Conduct legal and factual research as directed by attorneys.
Prepare case chronologies, summaries, timelines, and other materials to assist attorneys.
Coordinate with clients, contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, insurance representatives, experts, business owners, and other professionals.
Assist with scheduling depositions, examinations before trial, inspections, conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation events.
Maintain accurate calendars and monitor court, statutory, and case-related deadlines.
Assist with electronic filing and service of court documents.
Perform docket and case status reviews to ensure files remain current.
Communicate professionally and effectively with clients and other parties.
Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness materials, demonstrative evidence, and trial binders.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive information.
Perform additional paralegal and administrative duties as needed.

Requirements

3+ years of paralegal experience, preferably with significant construction, commercial, business, and/or civil litigation experience.
Strong knowledge of New York State and New York court litigation procedures preferred.
Experience with construction contracts, mechanic's liens, payment disputes, construction defects, commercial contracts, business disputes, or related matters strongly preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple matters and competing deadlines.
Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a legal team.
Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
Experience with legal document management and case management systems preferred.
Familiarity with electronic court filing systems preferred.
Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all client and firm interactions.
Proactive, detail-oriented, and dependable professional.
Comfortable taking ownership of assigned matters and anticipating attorney needs.
Experience working directly with attorneys on complex litigation matters.
Ability to independently manage assigned responsibilities.

Skills

Litigation Support
Construction Litigation
Commercial Litigation
Business Litigation
Contract Disputes
Mechanic's Liens
Payment Disputes
Construction Defects
Document Review
Discovery Management
Legal Research
Case Management
Electronic Filing
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook)
Professional Communication
Organization
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Confidentiality

Location

New York

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

3+ years of paralegal experience

Education Level

Paralegal certificate or relevant education preferred

Salary/Compensations

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Benefits

Seven consecutive years recognized as a Top Workplace
A professional, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment
A culture that supports work/life balance and personal and professional goals
Paid time off
Health insurance
401(k) plan
Opportunities for professional growth and development

About the Company

Our firm has been recognized as a Top Workplace for the past seven consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive, collaborative, and supportive workplace where employees can grow and succeed.
We are committed to providing a positive and supportive workplace where our employees can build rewarding careers.