Litigation Paralegal

Company and Role Overview

The company is a distinguished Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law Firm specializing in auto accidents, semi-trucking accidents, employment law, and sexual assault cases. We are seeking an experienced  Litigation Paralegal with expertise in New York law  to join our team. This role demands exceptional legal acumen, precision, and leadership in guiding and enhancing our paralegal team. As a  Litigation Paralegal  at the company, you will play a pivotal role in developing legal strategies, supervising paralegal staff, and directly supporting litigation efforts. The ideal candidate will possess advanced legal drafting skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to independently craft comprehensive legal documents.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Supervision & Training:  Lead, mentor, and develop our foreign paralegal staff, ensuring consistency, quality, and efficiency in their work.

• Discovery Craftsmanship:  Independently propound and respond to discovery requests from scratch, without reliance on pre-made templates. Develop tailored discovery strategies based on a deep understanding of case specifics and legal requirements.

• Jury Charge Development:  Prepare precise jury charges that identify critical elements needed for successful case outcomes. Utilize these charges to draft petitions, complaints, and targeted discovery aimed at gathering key evidence to satisfy the elements of the jury charge.

• Legal Drafting:  Draft comprehensive petitions, pleadings, and complaints for cases in both state and federal court jurisdictions, while meticulously addressing all relevant legal elements and strategic objectives.

• Evidence Analysis:  Meticulously review and analyze discovery records and gathered evidence, drafting motions to compel as necessary, and ensuring the complete and accurate presentation of case information.

• Deadline Management:  Proactively monitor and adhere to all court deadlines and statutes, guaranteeing the timely and error-free submission of all legal documents.

• Trial Preparation:  Assemble flawless and comprehensive trial binders, preparing all necessary materials to support attorneys in court proceedings.

• Motion Drafting:  Draft legal motions as needed, applying in-depth analysis and clear articulation of legal arguments.

Qualifications

• Experience:  A minimum of 10 years of paralegal experience specializing in New York Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law, with substantial exposure to complex litigation. Experience with federal filings is also preferred.

• Expertise:  Demonstrate ability to independently draft and respond to discovery requests and develop tailored legal strategies from scratch.

• Language: Fluency in both English and Spanish would be preferred.

• Skills:  Proficient in crafting jury charges and aligning petitions and discovery with the key elements of the case. Exceptional organizational skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail.

• Leadership:  Ability to effectively train, supervise, and inspire a team of junior and foreign paralegals.

• Remote Work Capability:  Comfortable and effective in a fully remote working environment while maintaining high standards of performance and accountability.

Benefits

• Positive Culture: Be part of a supportive and innovative leadership team.

• Impactful Role: Play a critical role in shaping the future of a growing firm.

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a generous salary, performance bonuses, and benefits package.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing professional development.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy balance between personal and professional life.