General Liability Defense Paralegal

General Liability Defense Paralegal

We are a leading mid-sized law firm dedicated to serving clients across various locations, including the tri-state area and Florida. We are seeking a seasoned General Liability Defense Paralegal to join our dynamic team. This role involves collaborating closely with attorneys to manage and execute legal defense strategies efficiently. With a focus on providing robust litigation support, this position requires a proactive and organized individual capable of handling complex cases in a fast-paced environment.

Salary: $60,000 to $80,000 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft routine court documents such as Notices of Appearances, Pro Hac Vice Motions, and Subpoenas.
• Compile and draft legal documents for attorney use, including discovery responses and affidavits.
• Manage processes involved in obtaining medical and educational records through subpoenas and vendor cooperation.
• Prepare exhibits and other demonstrative evidence for court presentations.
• Perform case law research to assist in formulating defense strategies using Lexis/Westlaw.
• Organize and analyze medical and education records, documents, and exhibits for motions.
• Assist in witness preparation for depositions and trials regarding general matters.
• Conduct document reviews for relevance and privilege during discovery phases.
• Categorize and analyze various reports, records, and data pertinent to the case.
• Record billable hours accurately in alignment with firm policies.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of relevant experience in a litigation firm.
• Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to follow up on tasks.
• Capable of handling multiple time-sensitive assignments concurrently.
• Proficient in Lexis/Westlaw, Microsoft Office Applications, and KOFAX Professional.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various attorneys on large, document-heavy cases.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in electronic court filings and systems (PACER, NYSCEF, e-law/e-track).
• History of working in general liability litigation with a proven track record of successful case handling.
• Advanced research skills using legal databases.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with an analytical mindset.
• High level of discretion and professional ethics in handling confidential information.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Benefits:

• Competitive medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Paid time off, referral bonuses, and paid holidays.
• Flexible spending accounts and optional insurance coverages.
• Group term life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance.