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Beacon Hill · 1 day ago

Litigation Paralegal - AmLaw Firm

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$90K/yr - $130K/yr

7+ years exp

Beacon Hill is an AmLaw Firm with an international presence, seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys and mentor junior paralegals. The role involves organizing legal documents, assisting in trial preparation, and ensuring compliance with court procedures while maintaining effective communication within the team.

Staffing Agency

Responsibilities

Organize, review, and index legal records and documents for litigation, managing both electronic and hard copy files

Handle discovery materials, deposition exhibits, summaries, and case materials for experts and witnesses

Track deadlines and keep the team informed

Assist with trial preparation, including preparing exhibit and witness lists, trial exhibits, demonstrative materials, and managing offsite war room spaces as needed

Ensure compliance with court procedures and arbitration rules, such as formatting and trial exhibit requirements

Help prepare and finalize legal documents, including subpoenas, motions, pleadings, and correspondence

Perform proofreading, cite-checking, and blue-booking for accuracy and compliance

File documents electronically (ECF) in state and federal courts, including delivering courtesy copies to judges when required

Maintain knowledge of e-filing systems like PACER Nextgen and NYSCEF, and travel to borough courts for in-person filings when necessary

Interface with court clerks and administrative agencies to retrieve documents and address procedural questions

Coordinate with vendors for service of process and court filings and prepare affidavits of service and notarize documents as needed

Delegate tasks to junior paralegals, legal assistants, and other office staff, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of duties

Work independently, manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Adapt to shifting priorities and show initiative in incorporating new technology and skills

Maintain clear communication with attorneys, staff, and clients to ensure smooth operations across all aspects of the litigation process

Utilize legal research tools and databases (e.g., Lexis/Nexis, Relativity) to support case preparation and stay updated on legal technologies

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Litigation experienceE-filing systemsLegal research toolsAppellate proceduresDocument managementMentoring junior paralegalsProofreadingTask delegationCommunication skills