Selendy Gay PLLC · 15 hours ago
Senior Paralegal
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$115K/yr - $140K/yr
10+ years expSelendy Gay PLLC is a law firm seeking a Senior Paralegal to manage all aspects of large-scale and complex matters. The role involves organizing documents, assisting with depositions, and managing pleadings and court filings.
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Responsibilities
Perform work efficiently and cost-effectively, meeting target of 1500 annual billable hours
Maintain all aspects of case calendars and track matter deadlines
Organize, prepare, and update attorney and case team binders, case files, and correspondence files
Own the production of hard copy and electronic documents, including collecting documents and data from clients, processing documents from opposing and third parties, maintaining chain of custody, handling logistics of document productions, designing and implementing document review procedures, preparing privilege logs
Maintain and track case files, media, databases by storing, organizing, and managing hard copy and electronic documents and files
Utilize document management systems and databases and follow/administer privacy and confidentiality protocols
Perform manual and electronic searches using both external and internal systems and databases, as well as manage databases, for purposes of prompt retrieval of necessary information
Prepare attorneys for trials by creating, compiling, organizing, and tracking trial exhibits
Prepare documents, demonstratives, and evidence for use during trials and serve as a trial logistics coordinator
Support and assist with logistics of document productions and prepare privilege logs
Research, and serve as a resource with respect to, court/administrative body/tribunal rules, processes, and procedures
Perform legal and factual research, with the ability to analyze and summarize findings
Train, mentor and provide guidance and direction to more junior paralegals
Implement projects to improve effectiveness and efficiency within the litigation practice
Prepare legal and other documents for filing, including by cite-checking, compiling/organizing/collating appendices and exhibits, creating and formatting documents according to Local and Individual Court Rules, and, where appropriate, e-filing documents, assisting with filings and related services
Prepare attorneys for depositions, conferences, arbitrations, mediations, and hearings, including creating, indexing, and organizing preparatory materials; handling logistical and other details; and assisting with preparation for interviews, depositions, and/or client meetings
Manage, liaise, and coordinate with both internal and external resources, including via supervision and workflow-related oversight of other paralegals and coordination/dialogue with Litigation Support Team, Managing Clerks Office, and external vendors, as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or ABA Paralegal Certification
Ten (10) or more years of relevant experience
The ability to travel as needed
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook Suite
Fundamental proficiency in research and internet platforms such as Lexis, Westlaw, PACER, and PacerPro
Fundamental proficiency in iManage and other document repository systems
The ability and drive to search or utilize electronic databases and other tools, platforms, and applications
An understanding of the litigation process, allowing for anticipation of what types of documents/other files attorneys will need, as well as for anticipation of attorney requests
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills as well as strong attention to detail
Impeccable collaboration and oral/written communication skills
The ability to work effectively and appropriately both independently and as a member of a Team
The ability to work overtime as required, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and for out-of-town trials; traveling or working remotely as required
Benefits
Gap pay
Overtime
Year-end bonus
Benefits
Company
Selendy Gay PLLC
Selendy Gay's practice is dedicated to excellence in commercial litigation, investigations, appellate advocacy, and arbitration.
51-200 employees
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Growth StageLeadership Team
Kokila J.
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Dunlap
Partner
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2025-03-26
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