Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Senior Paralegal provides comprehensive litigation support to attorneys, focusing on New York insurance defense matters. This role involves preparing and drafting pleadings, discovery responses, and motions; coordinating document production; and managing case files to ensure timely and accurate case progression. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong legal research skills, a deep understanding of New York Practice, and the ability to handle complex litigation tasks with professionalism and attention to detail.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in preparing and managing litigation actions, including drafting pleadings and discovery responses.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate discovery demands and motions in accordance with New York Practice standards.
• Handle extensive document production, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.
• Maintain and organize case files, including electronic document repositories and review platforms.
• Coordinate with management personnel to gather and provide documents responsive to discovery requests.
• Analyze and catalog documents and exhibits for use in litigation.
• Conduct legal research and cite-check briefs and filings.
• Prepare legal documents for submission and manage e-filing processes through PACER and NYSCEF.
• Initiate and maintain legal holds using relevant software tools.
• Monitor case status, track court deadlines, and ensure compliance with procedural rules.
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required to support litigation teams.

Job Requirements

Preferred Skills

Education

Work Experience

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