<Overview>
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will support complex Family Court, matrimonial, and guardianship litigation matters, ensuring efficient case management. Your expertise will help streamline litigation processes, assist attorneys with document preparation, and maintain meticulous case files. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-stakes legal proceedings while working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, self-starting, and possesses a strong foundation.

<Responsibilities>

• Manage and organize large volumes of legal documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Draft, review, and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests, agreements, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation by performing data entry, and maintaining detailed case files.
• Coordinate depositions, interviews, and court filings while managing deadlines efficiently through project management tools.
• Perform legal case management tasks including tracking case progress, updating databases, and managing document review workflows.
• Provide executive administrative support by handling scheduling, phone etiquette, organizing meetings, and supporting overall office organization to ensure smooth operations.

<Experience>

• 5+ years of paralegal experience required. Experience in family, matrimonial, and guardianship law strongly preferred
• Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred
• Proven paralegal experience supporting litigation teams within a busy law office environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and NYSCEF required.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents.
• Effective interviewing skills for client interactions; strong communication skills coupled with professional phone etiquette are required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively within a team setting. Join us if you’re ready to bring your paralegal expertise to a vibrant team committed to excellence in litigation support!