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Location: New York, NY
Schedule: Hybrid (4 days onsite / 1 remote)
Compensation: Up to $140,000
Billable Target: 1,500 hours annually
Travel: Trial travel 1-2 times per year

Overview

A prestigious global law firm is seeking a senior litigation paralegal to support complex, high-stakes litigation matters. This role is ideal for a paralegal with strong trial preparation experience, advanced e-filing knowledge, and deep familiarity with court rules and procedures. The position supports attorneys across offices and practice groups in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize, review, and manage litigation files (electronic and hard copy)

• Handle discovery materials, deposition exhibits, expert and witness files

• Track deadlines and maintain litigation calendars

• Support trial preparation, including:

  • Exhibit and witness lists

  • Trial binders and demonstratives

  • Coordination of offsite trial war rooms

• Draft and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence

• Perform proofreading, cite-checking, and Bluebooking

• E-file documents in state and federal courts (ECF, PACER NextGen, NYSCEF) and deliver courtesy copies when required

• Interface with court clerks, agencies, and vendors for filings and service of process

• Prepare affidavits of service and notarize documents as needed

• Delegate tasks to junior paralegals and legal assistants

• Conduct legal research using platforms such as LexisNexis and Relativity

• Stay current on court rules, procedures, and legal technology

• Appellate experience is a plus

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required

• Paralegal certificate preferred (or equivalent law firm experience)

• 7-10+ years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally in a large law firm

• Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules

• Hands-on trial experience

• Excellent organizational, communication, and prioritization skills

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Practice Exposure

• Complex commercial litigation

• Potential exposure to insurance recovery and life sciences matters

Why Consider This Role

• High-level trial work with sophisticated matters

• Collaborative team environment across multiple offices

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Long-term growth within a respected global firm

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