As a Litigation Paralegal, you'll manage civil subpoenas and legal requests, support litigation and arbitration matters, and enhance workflows for the Litigation team.
Insurance Defense Paralegal Remote (NJ / NY Based Required)
๐ Description
- Draft, review, and file legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests, subpoenas, and motions
- Assist with preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
- Maintain and organize case files, discovery databases, and document productions
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, and coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts
- Conduct legal and factual research as needed
๐ ๏ธ Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in legal studies and/or paralegal certificate required
- Minimum 2 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in insurance defense
- Strong knowledge of New Jersey State court rules, procedures, and e-filing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines in a high volume practice
- Detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
โจ Benefits
- Hands on litigation experience from day one, not just shadowing
- Mentorship focused teaching firm with active partner involvement
- Annual partner retreats, employee appreciation events, and industry conferences
- Deep client relationships providing consistent, interesting work
- Real paths to advancement and partnership
- Remote first structure supporting flexibility and personal well being
- Gather, review, and summarize medical records, accident reports, and other case-related documents
Full job description
A well established minority owned insurance defense litigation firm serving major insurance carriers and their insureds. Remote first, mentorship focused, with a supportive team first culture and clear paths to advancement. The firm handles premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, professional liability, construction and workplace accidents, and New York Labor Law matters. Both roles below are open now and the firm is interviewing immediately.
Location
Remote (New Jersey Division), handling New Jersey State and Federal court filings.
Overview
We are a leading insurance defense litigation firm seeking a highly organized and detail oriented paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate has experience supporting attorneys in all phases of litigation and is comfortable managing a high volume caseload in a fast paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and file legal documents including pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and motions
- Assist with preparation for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
- Gather, review, and summarize medical records, accident reports, and other case related documents
- Maintain and organize case files, discovery databases, and document productions
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule depositions, and coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts
- Conduct legal and factual research as needed
- Monitor court deadlines and ensure compliance with filing requirements in New Jersey State and Federal courts
- Provide general administrative support to attorneys
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in legal studies and/or paralegal certificate required
- Minimum 2 years of litigation paralegal experience, preferably in insurance defense
Preferred Skills
- Strong knowledge of New Jersey State court rules, procedures, and e filing
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to prioritize, multi task, and meet deadlines in a high volume practice
- Detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills
Benefits and Culture
- Hands on litigation experience from day one, not just shadowing
- Mentorship focused teaching firm with active partner involvement
- Annual partner retreats, employee appreciation events, and industry conferences
- Deep client relationships providing consistent, interesting work
- Real paths to advancement and partnership
- Remote first structure supporting flexibility and personal well being
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