Litigation Paralegal – Civil Commercial Litigation

Job Description

Litigation Paralegal | Orion Placement

The Tone:
This is an on-site role at a growing, client-focused law firm, located in New Windsor, NY. The firm is committed to delivering exceptional legal representation while fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for its attorneys and staff. They value professionalism, responsiveness, and building long-term client relationships. This position is vital for providing comprehensive support to experienced attorneys across diverse civil and commercial litigation matters, allowing for immediate impact on case management and client outcomes while supporting career development within a stable organization.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, New Windsor, NY
• Pay: $30–$40 hourly
• Mission: Ensure attorneys receive comprehensive and timely support for all litigation phases, contributing to efficient case management and successful client representation.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, legal case management software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Litigation Support: Provide comprehensive support to attorneys across all phases of civil and commercial litigation, from initial case assessment through trial preparation and post-judgment procedures.
• Document Management: Draft, proofread, and file a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses, ensuring accuracy and adherence to court rules and deadlines.
• Case Organization: Organize and maintain meticulous case files, exhibits, and litigation calendars, including tracking deadlines and managing electronic filings in state and federal courts.
• Coordination & Summarization: Coordinate complex logistics for depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial, while also reviewing, organizing, and summarizing critical case documents like medical records and discovery responses.
• Communication & Collaboration: Serve as a key point of contact, communicating effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third-party vendors to facilitate case progression and information exchange.

The Must-Haves
• Background: This is an experienced Litigation Paralegal role for an individual with at least 2 years of relevant experience, requiring strong fundamental knowledge of litigation procedures and court filing requirements to effectively support legal counsel.
• Experience: 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software, alongside exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication abilities essential for legal document preparation and inter-party correspondence.
• Bonus: Experience supporting civil or commercial litigation matters.