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Litigation Paralegal
Jobot, Utica, NY, United States
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Salary: $50,000 - $75,000 per year
A bit about us:Established law firm providing support and guidance to our clients in cases related to personal injury and criminal defense.
Why join us?- Competitive salaries commensurate with experience and performance
- Growth in a collaborative and positive work environment
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Healthy balance between work and life
- Leverage the latest tools and resources
Requirements:
- Handle a variety of responsibilities to support attorneys in all stages of the litigation process
- Drafting legal documents (pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses)
- Managing case files and maintaining organized records
- Conducting thorough legal research and analysis
- Assisting in deposition and trial preparation, including preparing exhibits, organizing notebooks, and coordinating witnesses
- Communicating with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel
- Reviewing and summarizing medical records, depositions, and other case-related materials
- Filing documents with state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with court procedures and deadlines
- Coordinating depositions, mediations, and other case-related events
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience as a civil litigation or personal injury litigation paralegal in a law firm or insurance company setting
- Proven ability to manage a large caseload and juggle competing priorities with ease
- Extensive knowledge of state and federal court systems, rules, and procedures
- Strong research, drafting, and communication skills
- Detail-oriented and able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proficiency with case management software (Clio), legal databases, and Microsoft Office Suite
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