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Our client, a leading downtown law firm has an immediate need for an organized, motivated, and detail-oriented Employment Litigation Paralegal to join their office. This role is a great opportunity for a skilled Paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while proactively handling the needs of busy attorneys in the Employment Litigation Practice Group. The candidate will be able to apply structure and organization to the diverse tasks that a first-in-class employment practice demands.
Job Responsibility:
Organize active litigation matters, deadlines, case calendars and dockets
Draft initial pleadings, discovery, and correspondence and proof final work product
Assist attorneys with deposition, hearing and trial preparation and court filings
Manage document production, including organizing, reviewing and analyzing discovery responses and requests
Conduct factual research and witness interviews
Provide support to attorneys to ensure deadlines are met and attorney work product is of the highest professional quality
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree preferred
Minimum of 7 years litigation paralegal experience in a law firm setting
Experience with trial attendance and preparation
Experience with case organization and management
Experience with calendaring
Excellence in performing all traditional paralegal activities related to bringing mid- to large-scale commercial litigation or employment litigation matters to trial
Experience with Relativity and cutting-edge e-discovery programs including technology-assisted review and predictive coding
Ability to follow through on multiple projects while continuing to be detail oriented
Flexibility to work overtime and under the pressure of deadlines as necessary
Strong knowledge of employment law, including federal and local regulations
Ability to handle complex litigation matters with professionalism and attention to detail
Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
Familiarity with case management software and technology-assisted review processes