Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant

Job Description

Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal | TBG | The Bachrach Group

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a prominent law firm, for which TBG | The Bachrach Group is actively recruiting. While the specific location is not detailed, the role is expected to be in-person, likely within the New York Metro Area given the Surrogate’s Court mention, with Garden City, NY being a representative location. The firm specializes in commercial litigation, offering a challenging environment where the Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal will be instrumental. This position is vital for managing critical legal documentation and ensuring the seamless progression of litigation cases.

The TL;DR
• Role: Mid-level
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Garden City, NY
• Pay: $75000–$85000 yearly
• Mission: Provide essential support for complex commercial litigation matters through expert document management and filing.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Electronic Filing: Manage and execute all electronic filing procedures for legal documents in commercial litigation matters across various court systems.
• Document Preparation: Prepare, review, and accurately process legal documents, ensuring strict adherence to court rules and deadlines.
• Court Administration: Support attorneys by handling administrative and procedural tasks essential for the smooth progression of litigation cases.
• Case Organization: Organize and maintain both physical and electronic case files, ensuring secure, accurate, and easily accessible record-keeping.
• Procedural Compliance: Coordinate closely with court personnel to ensure full compliance with all filing requirements and deadlines.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Demonstrated experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal, specifically supporting commercial litigation practices.
• Experience: Proven hands-on experience with electronic filing (e-filing) systems and processes within a legal environment.
• Skills: Proficiency in legal document preparation; Meticulous attention to detail; Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Bonus: Experience with filing procedures and specific requirements in Surrogate’s Court.