Litigation Paralegal - Law Firm - Hybrid - Beacon Hill

The New York City Office of a well-known law firm is looking for a Litigation Paralegal to provide assistance to the Litigation Group. Hybrid work schedule and chance to work on some interesting matters.

Job Description/Duties:

• Assist with the preparation and filing of arbitration, mediation, state court, and Federal Court pleadings and other papers.
• Prepare and handle technical, complex filings, including sealing procedures.
• Proofread and record checks briefs, memoranda of law, opinions, mediation statements, and other documents.
• Provide support throughout all phases of discovery, including document review, production, and depositions.
• Assist with complex tracking and data analysis projects.
• Assist with preparation for interviews, depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations/trials, and/or client meetings.
• Lead case teams by managing work flow of paralegals, prioritizing assignments, and liaising with attorneys across offices to ensure deadlines are met.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and feedback to case teams and junior paralegals.
• Handle advanced, complex projects, and provides project management skills to effectively lead projects and teams.
• Organize and manage electronic and paper files.
• Ensure that all files are maintained within Department-approved protocols and case management systems and seek to improve workflow regarding storage and recall of materials.
• Maintain the integrity of client files.
• Assist with retrieval of rules, regulations, and company profiles, as needed.
• Assist with document productions, transactions, and/or closings.
• Assist with preparation for interviews, depositions, hearings, trials, and/or client meetings.
• Proofread briefs, memoranda of law, opinions, and other documents.
• Perform cross-reference and defined terms checks, as needed.
• Perform non-legal research using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, and other media and financial services sites, and/or other court-related websites for case law, statutes, articles, books, etc.
• Update attorney and case/deal team binders.
• Assist partners, associates, and other paralegals across practice areas and throughout departments, as needed.
• Bluebook and cite-check.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Knowledge of MS Office with the ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Ability to navigate various electronic databases and document repositories
• Strong research skills and proficiency in using various research tools, including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, and other court-related websites, and/or media and financial services
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skills
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work well independently, as well as effectively, within a team
• Ability to assume responsibility for assigned projects and tasks
• Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Demonstrates close attention to detail
• Flexibility to travel, as required
• Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in a litigation paralegal position or a position requiring similar skillset, expertise, and experience
• Cite-check and Bluebook
• Filing at state and federal level
• Trial attendance, preferred

If you are qualified, interested and looking to learn more, please send an MS Word version or PDF version of your resume to Jess Levinson at jlevinson@beaconhillstaffing.com

Applicants with no resume attached will not be considered.

Desired Skills and Experience

New York City Office of well-known law firm is looking for Litigation Paralegal to assist with a variety of matters. At least 4 years of recent experience as a Litigation Paralegal. Must have experience with cite-check and Bluebook. Experience with mass torts, class action and complex litigation highly preferred. Trial attendance is highly preferred.

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com

We look forward to working with you.

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