Litigation Paralegal

$55,000 - $75,000/Yr

Unclassified - New York, NY

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Remote - New York, NY

About the position

Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel LLP is currently seeking a full-time Paralegal for our Securities Litigation, Arbitration, and Broker-Dealer Regulation Practice Group. This position offers competitive compensation, work-life balance, and an excellent benefits package. The role is hybrid, allowing for a combination of in-office and remote work. The salary range for this position is between $55,000 and $75,000, with potential for bonuses. The ideal candidate will have a strong background or potential for success in legal case management, discovery and document analysis, research, and administrative tasks to support our defense attorneys. Successful candidates will possess superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication abilities, and be detail-oriented self-starters. This position requires excellent organizational and critical-thinking skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. As a Paralegal, you will collaborate closely with attorneys and other support staff, overseeing and managing various litigation tasks. You will handle case management from initial filing through trial and appeal, including managing calendars and deadlines, and anticipating attorney needs. Additionally, you will establish and maintain the organization of case files, aid in drafting motions, assist in the arbitrator selection process, and prepare for depositions and trials. Your role will also involve organizing and analyzing financial and legal documents, coordinating all aspects of discovery, and conducting legal and factual research.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with and provide support to attorneys and other support staff, overseeing and managing various litigation tasks
  • Handle case management from initial filing through trial and appeal, including managing calendars and deadlines, and anticipating attorney needs
  • Establish and maintain the organization of case files, aiding in the drafting of motions, arbitrator selection process, depositions, and trial preparation
  • Organize and analyze financial and legal documents
  • Coordinate and manage all aspects of discovery, including the organization, collection, and production of electronic discovery
  • Develop and implement protocols, procedures, and templates to efficiently manage and organize cases
  • Perform cite checking and proofreading
  • Conduct legal and factual research on individuals and corporations
  • Draft basic documents and conform templates
  • Assist with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, maintaining and tracking exhibits, and coordinating witness schedules

Requirements

  • College degree or paralegal certification
  • 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or in broker-dealer setting
  • Willingness to work flexible/overtime hours consistent with litigation demands
  • Basic knowledge of civil litigation in Federal and State Courts, legal procedures, terminology, and court rules

Nice-to-haves

  • FINRA Arbitration experience
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Degree or experience in accounting or finance

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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