Donovan Hatem LLP is a multi-practice law firm offering sophisticated and specialized legal counsel to architectural and engineering firms, as well as a diverse clientele of public and private companies, and individuals.
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to join our team in our New York office. This individual will provide essential support to attorneys in all phases of the litigation process. The ideal candidate will have experience with legal research, preparing written discovery and pleadings, e-filing, and document management systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases
- Assist with preparing legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and written discovery
- Organize and maintain case files, exhibits and documents
- Review and proofread legal documents for accuracy and completeness
- Assist in the preparation of trial exhibits
- Assist with document production and discovery requests
- Review documents in document management systems such as Relativity, Disco and Everlaw
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Proven experience working as a Litigation Paralegal or similar role
- Proficiency in document review and legal research
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
- Working knowledge and experience with e-filing in state and federal courts
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Strong multitasking and time management skills
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a demanding and fast-paced environment
- Ability to work well independently as well as be a team player
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
Experience:
- Paralegal: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10120 (Required)
Work Location: In person