Entry-Level Litigation Paralegal

Location: New York, NY, Hybrid (5 WFH days/month)
Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Experience Level: Entry Level (Bachelor's Degree Required)
Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000, commensurate with experience

About Us:
We are a boutique law firm focused on commercial litigation, known for delivering high-quality legal representation with a personal, client-centered approach since the launch of our firm in early 2024. Our attorneys handle complex litigation disputes in state and federal courts, as well as national and international Arbitration proceedings, offering strategic and practical solutions for a diverse client base. We value teamwork, precision, and a strong commitment to professional growth.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented entry-level Litigation Paralegal to support our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate interested in gaining experience within a high-stakes litigation-focused law firm. With guidance from senior paralegals, the successful candidate will assist in the strategic planning for and administration of complex cases by ensuring that necessary resources and logistics are coordinated, case materials and legal research are collected, organized, and maintained, and filings are completed according to court rules throughout all aspects of case management,trial preparation, and post-trial proceedings.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys and senior paralegals with all phases of commercial litigation, from pre-trial through trial

• Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, discovery responses, and related materials

• Draft legal correspondence, document summaries, and basic filings

• Conduct legal and factual research using internet databases

• Communicate with clients, court personnel, and third-party vendors

• Manage litigation calendars and deadlines

• Assist in preparing exhibits and trial materials for various stages of litigation, including depositions, oral arguments, and trials.

• Data entry into various internal and external databases

• Maintain strong attention to detail while handling multiple tasks to ensure deadlines are met

• Initiate completion and streamline of workflows in collaboration with attorneys and paralegals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required (paralegal certificate is a plus but not required)

• Strong attention to detail, writing, and organizational skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; ability to learn legal and document management software

• Ability to take direction and work as part of a collaborative team

• Enthusiastic, dependable, and eager to learn

Additional Information:

• Standard hours are 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM

• This is a non-exempt position eligible for overtime pay

• Overtime opportunities are available, particularly during peak periods of trial preparation or discovery

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation (eligible for overtime)

• Hands-on mentorship and training from experienced litigation paralegals and attorneys

• Opportunities for professional development and long-term growth

• Supportive and collegial work environment