Beacon Hill ยท 2 days ago
Litigation Paralegal
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$100K/yr - $140K/yrBeacon Hill is a staffing solutions company that is seeking a solid litigation trial paralegal well-versed in efiling and court rules. The role involves organizing legal records, assisting with trial preparation, preparing legal documents, and maintaining communication with attorneys and clients throughout the litigation process.
Staffing Agency
Responsibilities
Organize, review, and index legal records and documents for litigation, managing both electronic and hard copy files. Handle discovery materials, deposition exhibits, summaries, and case materials for experts and witnesses. Track deadlines and keep the team informed
Assist with trial preparation, including preparing exhibit and witness lists, trial exhibits, demonstrative materials, and managing offsite war room spaces as needed. Ensure compliance with court procedures and arbitration rules, such as formatting and trial exhibit requirements
Help prepare and finalize legal documents, including subpoenas, motions, pleadings, and correspondence. Perform proofreading, cite-checking, and blue-booking for accuracy and compliance
File documents electronically (ECF) in state and federal courts, including delivering courtesy copies to judges when required. Maintain knowledge of e-filing systems like PACER Nextgen and NYSCEF, and travel to borough courts for in-person filings when necessary
Interface with court clerks and administrative agencies to retrieve documents and address procedural questions. Coordinate with vendors for service of process and court filings, and prepare affidavits of service and notarize documents as needed
Delegate tasks to junior paralegals, legal assistants, and other office staff, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of duties
Work independently, manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Adapt to shifting priorities and show initiative in incorporating new technology and skills
Maintain clear communication with attorneys, staff, and clients to ensure smooth operations across all aspects of the litigation process
Utilize legal research tools and databases (e.g., Lexis/Nexis, Relativity) to support case preparation and stay updated on legal technologies
Qualification
Required
Solid litigation trial paralegal experience
Well versed in efiling with knowledge of court rules
Organize, review, and index legal records and documents for litigation
Handle discovery materials, deposition exhibits, summaries, and case materials for experts and witnesses
Track deadlines and keep the team informed
Assist with trial preparation, including preparing exhibit and witness lists, trial exhibits, demonstrative materials
Ensure compliance with court procedures and arbitration rules
Help prepare and finalize legal documents, including subpoenas, motions, pleadings, and correspondence
Perform proofreading, cite-checking, and blue-booking for accuracy and compliance
File documents electronically (ECF) in state and federal courts
Maintain knowledge of e-filing systems like PACER Nextgen and NYSCEF
Travel to borough courts for in-person filings when necessary
Interface with court clerks and administrative agencies to retrieve documents and address procedural questions
Coordinate with vendors for service of process and court filings
Prepare affidavits of service and notarize documents as needed
Delegate tasks to junior paralegals, legal assistants, and other office staff
Work independently, manage multiple assignments, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Adapt to shifting priorities and show initiative in incorporating new technology and skills
Maintain clear communication with attorneys, staff, and clients
Utilize legal research tools and databases (e.g., Lexis/Nexis, Relativity) to support case preparation
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations
Company
Beacon Hill
Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.
Founded in 2000
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amber Leslie
Executive Assistant to CEO
Amy Van Sicklin
Chief Culture Officer
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