Overview
Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant Jobs in New York, NY at Active Staffing Services
Litigation Paralegal – Personal Injury & Civil Litigation ($80,000–$100,000/year)
Location: New York City, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Salary: $80,000–$100,000 per year
About the Role
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our New York City office. This position will support attorneys handling personal injury, civil, commercial, and employment litigation across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut courts.
The ideal candidate has strong litigation experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Strong follow-up, responsiveness, organization, and accurate billable-hour tracking are essential.
Mandatory Requirements to Apply
- 5+ years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal or Legal Assistant supporting complex litigation matters.
- Experience with personal injury and/or civil litigation; commercial or employment litigation experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut state courts and applicable filing procedures.
- Experience with state and federal court e-filing systems, including E-Courts and PACER.
- Strong experience with discovery, legal documents, case files, and litigation support.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Exceptional proofreading, drafting, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional demeanor.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities with a high degree of accuracy.
- Ability to accurately track and report billable hours.
- Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, paralegal certification, or equivalent experience preferred.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Litigation & Legal Documents: Draft, review, and edit briefs, motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
- Discovery & Case Management: Organize case files, discovery materials, evidence, medical records, bills, and other case-related documentation; summarize records when needed.
- Court Filings & Case Coordination: Prepare and electronically file documents through E-Courts, PACER, and other state and federal court systems.
- Client & External Communication: Coordinate with clients, medical providers, insurance companies, witnesses, experts, and other parties to obtain information and maintain case progress.
- Trial & Settlement Support: Assist with trial preparation, settlement packages, trial binders, exhibits, hearings, client communications, and case strategy while accurately tracking billable hours.
Bonus & Benefits + Salary
- Competitive salary: $80,000–$100,000 per year
- Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule
- Regular hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
- On-site position in New York City
- Opportunity to work on diverse and complex litigation matters
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Collaborative legal team environment
- Opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys and gain exposure to multiple areas of litigation
- Overtime flexibility when required to meet critical deadlines or court requirements
Benefits: Specific benefits package to be discussed during the interview process.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Litigation Paralegal looking to take on meaningful responsibility and work directly with attorneys on complex personal injury, civil, commercial, and employment litigation matters across multiple jurisdictions.
If you are organized, detail-oriented, responsive, and experienced in litigation support, we encourage you to apply.
Suggested Indeed Search Keywords
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Pay: $80,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- litigation paralegal or legal assistant: 5 years (Required)
- personal injury, civil, commercial, employment cases: 5 years (Required)
- NJ, NY, and CT courts: 5 years (Required)
Location:
- New York, NY 10040 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10040 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Litigation Paralegal / Legal Assistant
Company: Active Staffing Services
Location: New York, NY
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