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About the Role
Kick-start your legal career where the action is. We’re looking for a sharp, motivated recent graduate to join our litigation team as an entry-level paralegal. This role is ideal for someone considering law school and eager to build real-world experience. You will have a front-row seat to high-stakes litigation, working closely with attorneys on complex matters and developing skills beyond the classroom. If you are intellectually curious, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and can commit to at least two years, this is your chance to learn, grow, and make an impact.
Responsibilities
- Build foundational knowledge of litigation procedures while developing proficiency with legal technology and firm systems.
- Follow established procedures and instructions to deliver high-quality work, while learning to identify resources that improve efficiency.
- Apply strong organizational skills to manage workflow, documents, and deadlines across matters, teams, and departments.
- Identify issues as they arise and collaborate with attorneys and staff to help resolve problems effectively.
- Assist in all phases of litigation—from case inception through trial or resolution—including document collection, review, and production.
- Coordinate case documents and electronic discovery, working closely with the firm’s eDiscovery Resource Management team.
- Support court filings and depositions by proofreading, cite-checking, Bluebook verification, preparing exhibits, subpoenas, and summaries.
- Contribute to factual and legal research, witness and evidence tracking, and trial preparation and logistics, including attending trial as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required, with a strong academic record.
- Ability to work efficiently under direct supervision while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated sense of accountability, with the ability to take ownership of assignments from start to finish.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in written and organizational work.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt quickly as priorities shift.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with attorneys and team members.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Flexibility to work overtime and travel as needed to meet business and client demands.
- Ability to commit to at least two years.
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- Outlook
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Organizational skills
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
Location
- New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $46k to $67k
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.
- Variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage.
- Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
- Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
- Annual community service day.
- Birthday holiday.
- Education reimbursement annually.
- Dedicated Talent Development team.
- Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.
About the Company
- At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.