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Securities Paralegal Jobs in New York City Metropolitan Area at Clarity Recruiting
Title: Securities Paralegal
Company: Clarity Recruiting
Location: New York City Metropolitan Area
Paralegal – New Matters
Our client, a plaintiff side securities litigation firm, is seeking a Paralegal to join their new matters team. The firm is seeking a proactive and experienced Paralegal to work with their Case Development and Client Advisory Group in their New York office. You will work directly with a dedicated team of attorneys and other staff members that analyze and advise clients on potential securities fraud claims. You will assist the fast-paced group with conducting research, proofreading, cite-checking, bluebooking, and filing of court documents, including initial complaints and pleadings to secure leadership in complex securities class actions.
Responsibilities:
Perform legal and factual research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, BloombergLaw, AlphaSense, and other systems
Proofread and cite-check/fact-check briefs, complaints, and other documents
Prepare, finalize, and file legal documents
Assist with retrieval of rules and regulations
Organize and track case files, maintain reference files, and manage outlook calendar deadlines
Provide administrative assistance on other tasks within the department including support on RFPs and other client and business development matters
Maintain time entries in iTimeKeep
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, plus 2-5 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm (securities litigation experience is a plus, as is case/client development experience)
Experience with e-filing or assisting in e-filing in federal district courts
Experience and skills performing cite checking and Bluebooking
Strong research skills and proficiency in using various research tools including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, BloombergLaw, and other court and news-related sources
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skills
Strong proofreading and grammar skills along with a keen eye for detail
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Effectively able to organize and prioritize work, and the ability to work well under pressure
Ability to multitask, handling multiple projects and shifting priorities
Strong word processing and computer skills (including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
The ability and willingness to work overtime to meet business needs, as needed
Occasional flexibility with shifting work hours (i.e. beginning early or staying late, separate from overtime), if business needs require
*This is a Hybrid role (3 days in office) and non-exempt role*
