Job Description

Boutique litigation firm based in White Plains seeks an entry-level junior legal assistant/paralegal to support a team of fifteen (15) attorneys and two full-time paralegals in a fast-paced, collegial work environment with room for growth. Position is full-time in office.

Responsibilities : 

· Assist with trial and court appearance preparation including the assembly of exhibits, trial binders, and additional resources

· Assist with document productions, including organization of documents and Bates stamping

· Order, follow-up on, and organize relevant medical records for large docket of premises liability cases

· Communicate with court personnel, vendors, clients, and other attorneys as requested.

· Manage paper and electronic files/documentation

· Maintain firm and attorney calendars as directed by paralegal staff

· Submit e-filings via federal, New York, and New Jersey electronic systems (candidate will be trained on applicable systems)

· Hand deliver/file hard copy documents in state and federal courts

· Assist with maintenance of firm’s CRM database

· Answer firm’s main phone line as needed

· Provide additional support to paralegals and attorneys as needed

Qualifications

· Minimum Associate’s Degree required

· Ability to problem solve, prioritize, and multitask

· Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook

· Team player and willingness to work overtime (nights and weekends) as requested

Salary: $35,000 - $55,000 commensurate with experience plus discretionary annual bonus. The firm is proud to offer comprehensive benefits options including medical, dental, vision, Safe Harbor 401k, PTO, paid holidays.

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