Trial Paralegal

Job Description

Paralegal | Nadine Bocelli & Company, Inc. – New York Legal Staffing, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time Paralegal role located in midtown Manhattan. The position is with a growing international law firm that specializes in complex commercial litigation. This role is crucial for managing case files, assisting with discovery processes, and providing direct support to attorneys during trials and appeals, ensuring efficient and effective legal operations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Hybrid
• Location: Hybrid, New York City Metropolitan Area
• Pay: $90000–$150000 yearly
• Mission: Support complex commercial litigation cases from discovery through trial and appeals.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat

What You’ll Actually Do
• Case Management: Manage and maintain comprehensive case files, ensuring all documentation is organized and accessible.
• Document Preparation: Draft various litigation documents for review and filing.
• Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and attorney arguments.
• Discovery Support: Provide support for discovery processes, including handling both physical and electronic documents and data.
• Trial Assistance: Assist with all aspects of trial preparation and provide direct support to attorneys during trials, traveling as required.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certification with a senior level understanding of complex commercial litigation.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a paralegal focusing on complex commercial litigation, demonstrating significant recent trial experience and familiarity with New York State and Federal Court procedures within a large law firm environment.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat; strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability in legal research, litigation document drafting, and comprehensive discovery support.