Commercial Real Estate Litigation Paralegal
THE PANTHER GROUP, White Plains, NY, United States
Commercial Real Estate Litigation Paralegal
Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys by assisting with fact investigation, legal research, document preparation, and case management in commercial real estate matters. Support all phases of litigation, from inception through trial and appeal.
Key Responsibilities
Compile and organize exhibits for court filings and pleadings
Perform legal research to support ongoing litigation matters
Electronically file documents through NYSCEF and federal ECF systems
Draft correspondence and distribute courtesy copies to courts and parties
Effectuate service of legal documents and coordinate with process servers
Apply Bates numbering and redact documents for production using document management platforms
Assemble and maintain pleadings binders and case files
Organize research materials, attorney notes, and client documentation
Track and maintain litigation calendars and deadlines
Prepare a wide range of litigation documents, including but not limited to subpoenas, restraining notices, information subpoenas, notices of entry, notices of appeal, requests for judicial intervention, notices of appearance, and notices of electronic filing
Organize materials for hearings and trials
Prepare trial binders for attorney use
Provide administrative support such as scanning, copying, and organizing attorney work product
File documents in person at court when required
Maintain both electronic and physical filing systems
Draft written communications and respond to verbal and written inquiries
Type, format, and proofread legal and related documents
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned
Experience and Qualifications
Minimum of five (5) years of experience providing paralegal support in corporate, business, or commercial real estate matters
Associate degree in Legal Studies or Paralegal Certification required
Strong administrative, organizational, and time management abilities
Excellent writing and proofreading skills
Working knowledge of databases and tracking systems
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable in a fast-paced setting
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to adapt to new software
Experience with document management systems preferred
Pay Rate Range: $40-$45 per hour depending on experience
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Provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys by assisting with fact investigation, legal research, document preparation, and case management in commercial real estate matters. Support all phases of litigation, from inception through trial and appeal.
Key Responsibilities
Compile and organize exhibits for court filings and pleadings
Perform legal research to support ongoing litigation matters
Electronically file documents through NYSCEF and federal ECF systems
Draft correspondence and distribute courtesy copies to courts and parties
Effectuate service of legal documents and coordinate with process servers
Apply Bates numbering and redact documents for production using document management platforms
Assemble and maintain pleadings binders and case files
Organize research materials, attorney notes, and client documentation
Track and maintain litigation calendars and deadlines
Prepare a wide range of litigation documents, including but not limited to subpoenas, restraining notices, information subpoenas, notices of entry, notices of appeal, requests for judicial intervention, notices of appearance, and notices of electronic filing
Organize materials for hearings and trials
Prepare trial binders for attorney use
Provide administrative support such as scanning, copying, and organizing attorney work product
File documents in person at court when required
Maintain both electronic and physical filing systems
Draft written communications and respond to verbal and written inquiries
Type, format, and proofread legal and related documents
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned
Experience and Qualifications
Minimum of five (5) years of experience providing paralegal support in corporate, business, or commercial real estate matters
Associate degree in Legal Studies or Paralegal Certification required
Strong administrative, organizational, and time management abilities
Excellent writing and proofreading skills
Working knowledge of databases and tracking systems
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable in a fast-paced setting
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to adapt to new software
Experience with document management systems preferred
Pay Rate Range: $40-$45 per hour depending on experience
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