Overview
Law Clerk or Paralegal – Trusts & Estates Jobs in New York, NY at Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf, LLP
Macdonald Devin Madden Kenefick & Harris PC is a growing, well-established, full-service defense litigation firm in Dallas, Texas. Our practice encompasses construction litigation, as well as general personal injury cases and insurance defense. The Firm is seeking a skilled, self-directed litigation paralegal with heavy insurance defense experience to join our trial team. You will be responsible for the coordination of all the details before, during and after trial.
The successful candidate must have high-level experience with a range of litigation support applications. Additional qualifications include excellent analytical and organizational abilities, solid communication and management skills, creativity, initiative and ability to work in a team environment.
Responsibilities
Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments
Draft pleadings, motions, and notices and file them with the court
Knowledge of statutory deadlines (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics, etc.)
Obtaining, analyzing and organizing third party records such as medical records, billing records, and construction files
Scheduling depositions and hearings
Corresponding and working with experts
Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
Help with voir dire, jury selection and witness preparation
Maintains chain of custody
Manages logistics of production of documents – hard copy, images, native
Checks legal cites for proper format, content and standing (Westlaw, Lexis)
Skills:
Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices etc.
Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
Extensive computer and database expertise
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a litigation paralegal
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Proficient in Adobe
E-filing tools
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k, 401k match, parking, paid time off, and more.
Candidates should include resume and cover letter with their application.
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Experience:
Paralegal: 5 years (Required)
Insurance Defense: 5 years (Required)
Medical Chronologies: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Law Clerk or Paralegal – Trusts & Estates
Company: Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf, LLP
Location: New York, NY
