Litigation Paralegal
Freehold, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Pay: $60000.00 - $82000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join an established law firm where paralegals play an important hands-on role in active litigation matters
- Work across the full case lifecycle including discovery evidence management pleadings exhibits electronic filing and litigation support
- Gain meaningful exposure to both conventional and electronic evidence and sophisticated legal document systems
- Work closely with attorneys clients counsel and court personnel in a collaborative professional environment
- Take ownership of your work while having the opportunity to contribute directly to successful case outcomes
Location: On-site in Freehold NJ. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with attorneys and colleagues in a collaborative in-office legal environment.
Note: Candidates must have 2 years of litigation experience and be comfortable independently managing litigation-related assignments deadlines documentation and case support. Full-time on-site availability in Freehold NJ is required.
About Us
Confidential Employer. We are an established New Jersey law firm representing individuals families and businesses across a broad range of legal matters. Our team is known for practical problem-solving responsive client service and collaborative legal work and we are looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team.
Job Description
- Manage key aspects of litigation case files from discovery through hearings and trial preparation
- Process and maintain case databases documents discovery materials and evidence
- Compile and organize discovery responses evidence exhibits and litigation materials
- Assist with analysis and presentation of conventional and electronic evidence
- Prepare and finalize pleadings and other legal documents for electronic filing and docketing
- Maintain accurate case files calendars deadlines and document management systems
- Schedule meetings hearings and other case-related events
- Communicate professionally with counsel clients and court personnel
- Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and mail related to active matters
- Perform computer-based legal research and support attorneys with ongoing litigation needs
- Handle assignments with minimal supervision while maintaining accuracy confidentiality and responsiveness
Qualifications
- 2 years of litigation experience
- Prior paralegal or comparable litigation support experience
- Strong knowledge of litigation procedures discovery pleadings e-filing and docketing
- Experience working with computerized legal databases and document management systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel
- Experience with Kofax preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple files priorities and deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff
- High level of professionalism and discretion with confidential information
Why You Will Love Working Here
You will be trusted with meaningful responsibilities and have the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on active litigation matters. Our environment combines independence with collaboration giving you the chance to strengthen your litigation skills take ownership of your work and make a visible contribution to our clients and team.
JPC-2114
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Requirements: Must-have: 2 yrs litigation exp
Submission Email / Name: Karen -
Quick Recruiter Reference
Established full-service NJ law firm hiring an on-site Litigation Paralegal in Freehold. Supports attorneys with case management pleadings discovery filings deadlines deposition preparation and trial support. Requires 2 years of litigation experience and full-time on-site availability.
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Client job title: Litigation Paralegal
Location: Freehold NJ
On-site hybrid remote: On-site
Experience: 2
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