Our law firmclient is seeking a skilled litigation/family law paralegal for a temp-to-perm position. The ideal candidate will have litigation experiencewith additional experience in family law being a plus. This role involves supporting attorneys throughout all stages of litigation, conducting research, managing case files, and providing various administrative support tasks.
Responsibilities- Assist attorneys with all aspects of litigation from case inception through trial
- Draft, review, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, and correspondence
- Manage case files, calendars, deadlines, and court scheduling
- Coordinate and prepare discovery materials, document productions, and exhibits
- Conduct legal and factual research
- Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors
- Prepare deposition summaries and trial notebooks
- Assist with trial preparation, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations
- Maintain billing time entries and provide administrative litigation support
Requirements- Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
- Paralegal certificate preferred
- 3 years of litigation experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures and filing systems
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal management software
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Experience with document management and e-filing systems required
- Hybrid/remote flexibility based on business needs
- Fast-paced, collaborative legal environment
Pandologic. Keywords: Litigation Attorney, Location: Hackensack, NJ - 07601 , PL: 604619692
