Litigation Paralegal

We are seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join our firm in downtown Jersey City.

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As a Litigation Paralegal, your primary role is to assist in managing cases from intake through resolution (settlement or trial) and maintain open communication with clients.

Your responsibilities include drafting and filing legal documents, as well as tracking deadlines.

The firm's Litigation department includes commercial, personal injury and estate litigation.

Responsibilities: • Sit in on intake interviews to gather client information.

• Conduct legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles.

• Maintain ongoing communication with clients.

• Assist in drafting legal documents, including, but not limited to, complaints, discovery requests, and motions.

• Assist in preparing legal briefs and assist in the briefing process.

• File all necessary legal documents online or in the courthouse.

• Schedule appointments or court dates as required.

• Assist with trial preparation, including evidence organization, trial exhibits, and witness preparation.

• Utilize Microsoft Office Suites to maintain accurate records and manage case information.

Requirements • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently.

• Type, edit, format and proofread a variety of moderate to complex documents, including Tables of Content and of Authority.

• Bind appellate briefs.

• Ability to support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment.

• Proficient in e-Courts filing, Westlaw and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to multitask, and prioritize work effectively while remaining detail-oriented with high levels of accuracy in work.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities • Spanish speaking helpful but not required.

Please submit resume to: mzabnicki@shdlaw.com