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The New York City Office of a well-known law firm is looking for a Litigation Paralegal to provide assistance to the Litigation Group. Hybrid work schedule and chance to work on some interesting matters.

Job Description/Duties:

Assist with the preparation and filing of arbitration, mediation, state court, and Federal Court pleadings and other papers.Prepare and handle technical, complex filings, including sealing procedures.Proofread and record checks briefs, memoranda of law, opinions, mediation statements, and other documents.Provide support throughout all phases of discovery, including document review, production, and depositions.Assist with complex tracking and data analysis projects.Assist with preparation for interviews, depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations/trials, and/or client meetings.Lead case teams by managing work flow of paralegals, prioritizing assignments, and liaising with attorneys across offices to ensure deadlines are met.Provide guidance, mentorship, and feedback to case teams and junior paralegals.Handle advanced, complex projects, and provides project management skills to effectively lead projects and teams.Organize and manage electronic and paper files.Ensure that all files are maintained within Department-approved protocols and case management systems and seek to improve workflow regarding storage and recall of materials.Maintain the integrity of client files.Assist with retrieval of rules, regulations, and company profiles, as needed.Assist with document productions, transactions, and/or closings.Assist with preparation for interviews, depositions, hearings, trials, and/or client meetings.Proofread briefs, memoranda of law, opinions, and other documents.Perform cross-reference and defined terms checks, as needed.Perform non-legal research using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, and other media and financial services sites, and/or other court-related websites for case law, statutes, articles, books, etc.Update attorney and case/deal team binders.Assist partners, associates, and other paralegals across practice areas and throughout departments, as needed.Bluebook and cite-check.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Knowledge of MS Office with the ability to learn new software and operating systemsAbility to navigate various electronic databases and document repositoriesStrong research skills and proficiency in using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, and other court-related websites, and/or media and financial servicesExcellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skillsDemonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writingAbility to work well independently, as well as effectively, within a teamAbility to assume responsibility for assigned projects and tasksAbility to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentialityAbility to organize and prioritize workAbility to handle multiple projects and shifting prioritiesAbility to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environmentAbility to work well under pressureDemonstrates close attention to detailFlexibility to travel, as requiredFlexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degreeMinimum of four (4) years of experience in a litigation paralegal position or a position requiring similar skillset, expertise, and experienceCite-check and BluebookFiling at state and federal level Trial attendance, preferred

If you are qualified, interested and looking to learn more, please send an MS Word version or PDF version of your resume to Jess Levinson at jlevinson@beaconhillstaffing.com

Applicants with no resume attached will not be considered.

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