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Litigation Paralegal

Robert Hadley Associates, Uniondale, NY, United States


Job Description
Top regional law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for its Uniondale, Long Island office. The candidate should have litigation experience from a law firm. Must be proactive and have excellent organizational, scheduling, and calendaring skills. This is a fast-paced environment so ability to prioritize is a must. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of federal and state statutes, rules, and procedures pertaining to electronic court filings and systems (NYSCEF).

Responsibilities

Drafting of routine court documents such as Notices of Appearances, Pro Hac Vice Motions, Notices of Motions, Subpoenas, Stipulations and other general court documents.

Compile and/or draft legal documents for review and use by attorneys such as routine discovery responses and affidavits.

E-File documents via NYSCEF and PACER.

Prepare exhibits and other demonstrative evidence.

Organize, analyze, chart and/or index, claim information, documents and/or exhibits for motion practice.

May assist attorneys in preparation of materials for witnesses for deposition and/or trial concerning general matters.

Review documents for relevance and privilege in preparation for disclosure.

Review, categorize and analyze reports, records, data and discovery responses.

Capture and record billable time in accordance with policies and procedures.

Requirements

At least 3+ years of relevant experience.

Excellent organizational and follow-up skills.

Ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks.

Ability to work with multiple attorneys.

Ability to work with large document-intensive cases.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and KOFAX Professional.

Working knowledge of Lexis Advance and/or Westlaw.

Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate.

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