Litigation Paralegal

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Looking to join a national defense firm that is progressive and innovative? We offer casual dress every day, a flexible work-from-home policy, and a diverse and inclusive environment with collaborative and supportive attorneys across all offices. We are seeking paralegals to support our national litigation practice. Although based in New Jersey, this position involves supporting cases nationwide as part of a paralegal pool.

Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of litigation and trial experience, be highly organized, and self-motivated. Responsibilities include case management, pre-trial preparation, medical record summarization, depositions, employment records, discovery work, and more.

This position requires coming into the office 3 days per week. Candidates must reside in the greater Berkeley Heights area—no exceptions.

• Paralegal certificate required
• Professional and pleasant demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience processing and following up on subpoenas for various records
• Ability to communicate with experts and prepare materials for review
• Timely and effective team communication
• Ability to multitask, be proactive, and manage demands independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage, e-Copy, PDF conversion
• Experience in trial preparation, exhibit assembly, witness materials, and pre-trial documents
• Ability to review and organize document productions and redact sensitive information
• Work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.
  
  - 5:00 p.m.
• Reliable with excellent attendance

• Competitive salary with potential bonuses
• Insurance: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account
• PTO, sick leave, holidays
• Flexible work-from-home policy
• Referral program

Note to recruiters: Please do not contact us as we are not using external recruiters for this role.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Legal and Administrative
• Industries:
  Law Practice, Legal Services, Professional Services