Paralegal II

Position: Paralegal II
Location: New York Office

About Us:
Our client is a prestigious international law firm renowned for delivering innovative legal solutions to top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a robust global presence, the firm is committed to excellence, innovation, and fostering professional growth.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a Paralegal II to join our New York office. This role requires expertise in the litigation lifecycle and associated procedures to provide crucial support to attorneys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Billable Hours: Achieve a billable hours target of 1,725 annually, performing work efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Document Management: Under attorney supervision, coordinate, organize, prepare, and interpret complex legal documents related to litigation; maintain and file relevant databases and case files; handle ECF filings.
• Electronic Discovery: Conduct electronic document reviews, coordinate document productions, and manage eDiscovery tasks.
• Deposition and Trial Support: Assist with deposition preparation, factual research, trial preparation, and logistical support for trials and hearings, including local and remote setups and travel arrangements.
• Collaboration: Partner with internal resources and external vendors to streamline processes and coordinate with other departments.
• Additional Tasks: Handle additional projects as assigned, including working overtime and traveling as needed.

Proficiencies:

• Advanced proficiency in MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
• Experience with transcript management applications (e.g., LiveNote).
• Skilled in cite-checking/bluebooking and using online research tools (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw).
• Knowledge of jurisdictional, court, and agency processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with timekeeping, expense reporting applications, and legal billing processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate (preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience.
• At least 2 years of litigation experience.
• Experience with trials, arbitrations, or mediations.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary Range: $77,300 to $98,500 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA); retirement plans; paid holidays; generous PTO; family support benefits; wellness programs; employee discounts.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled paralegal to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.