Commercial Litigation Paralegal

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Salary: $85,000 - $115,000 per year

We are a widely recognized worldwide as a leading law firm advising institutional investors on issues related to corporate governance, shareholder rights, and securities litigation.

Our clients include the largest and most prominent public pension funds, banks, asset managers and insurance companies in the world.

Working with its clients, we have also used securities and corporate governance litigation to achieve precedent-setting reforms that have increased market transparency and improved corporate business practices in groundbreaking ways.

We are seeking an experienced Paralegal to join our Corporate Governance litigation practice.

The team is known for its impactful outcomes in corporate governance, addressing issues such as unfair deals, executive compensation, and workplace discrimination.

The Paralegal will play a crucial role in supporting these efforts, contributing to the firm's mission of enhancing market transparency and corporate practices.

• Conduct legal and factual research using platforms like Westlaw, LexisNexis, and BloombergLaw.
• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents, including briefs and complaints.
• Manage case files and maintain reference files efficiently.
• Perform electronic court filings and manage calendar deadlines.
• Assist in preparing for depositions, coordinating with external parties.
• Maintain accurate time entries using ProLaw, Dayforce, and iTimeKeep.
• Attend monthly virtual Paralegal/Case Manager meetings.
• Execute tasks assigned by attorneys and the Managing Director of Paralegals.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Proficient in cite checking, Bluebooking, and legal research tools.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with Federal/State rules and filings, and PACER.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with class action and Delaware Chancery Court cases.

Work Environment:

• Full-time, non-exempt position based in New York, NY.
• Hybrid work model: 3 days in-office (Tuesdays and Wednesdays required), 2 days remote.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.
• Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity and inclusion.
• Legal authorization to work in the USA and COVID-19 vaccination required.

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