Paralegal – Litigation
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Job Location:
Parsippany, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Paralegal Litigation
Location: Parsippany New Jersey (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-time (Direct Hire)
Experience Level: Mid-Level (5 years)
Industry: Legal Services
Compensation: Starting at $60000/year (DOE)
We are seeking an experienced Paralegal with a strong litigation background to support a busy legal team handling complex cases and high document volume.
This role is ideal for a seasoned paralegal who can work independently manage cases proactively and support attorneys throughout the full litigation lifecycle.
Responsibilities
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Draft legal documents including complaints motions and discovery documents independently
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Prepare and respond to discovery requests
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Conduct background reviews and legal research
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Manage and organize large volumes of legal documentation and case files
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Support case management activities and anticipate next steps in litigation workflows
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Maintain attorney calendars deadlines and case schedules
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Prepare billing narratives and time entries with clear justification of work performed
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Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to ensure efficient case progression
Requirements (Must Have)
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5 years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal
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Strong experience with discovery requests background reviews and litigation workflows
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Proven ability to independently draft pleadings (complaints motions discovery documents)
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Billing experience including drafting billing narratives
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Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite especially Word
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys
Nice to Have
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Experience in personal injury defense or similar litigation environments
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Familiarity with legal case management systems
Important Notes
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This is a 100% onsite role in Parsippany NJ
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Candidates must be within commuting distance or willing to relocate
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Experience primarily in plaintiff work family law real estate or employment law is NOT a fit
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Proofreading
- Organizational skills
- Adobe Acrobat
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Medical Records
