Lead Litigation Paralegal - New York City Metropolitan Area
2 days ago
Job description
TITLE:
Lead Litigation Paralegal & Operations Coordinator
LOCATION:
New York, NY (Hybrid)
COMP PACKAGE:
Base salary up to $180k, paid overtime, bonuses, 401k, tuition reimbursement, 00% firm paid benefits etc.
Summary for Lead Litigation Paralegal & Operations Coordinator:
Join a collaborative, highly engaged team environment at a respected national law firm. We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Lead Paralegal (Operations) to provide senior-level litigation support while also serving as a key operational leader for the paralegal team. This role offers the opportunity to mentor and guide paralegals, manage complex, high-stakes litigation matters, and ensure compliance with court rules and firm standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment and values teamwork, professionalism, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities for Lead Litigation Paralegal & Operations Coordinator:
- Mentor paralegals on workload prioritization, case management, and departmental best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency.
- Lead onboarding and training of new paralegals, reinforcing workflows, procedures, and standards.
- Coordinate and implement case assignments in consultation with management, assessing staffing needs and distributing work effectively.
- Manage complex litigation matters across all phases, including drafting, filing, and preparing legal documents for hearings, trials, and depositions.
- Oversee discovery and document production, including privilege logs, document organization, and coordination with vendors.
- Prepare attorneys for trials and hearings, handling exhibits, witness kits, and logistical support to ensure smooth proceedings.
- Maintain case calendars and track deadlines for all matters, ensuring compliance with court rules, judges' individual practices, and internal procedures.
Qualifications for Lead Litigation Paralegal & Operations Coordinator:
- Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate required.
- 7+ years of litigation paralegal experience, ideally in large law firm settings.
- Strong knowledge of litigation processes, court rules, and judges' individual practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, iManage, and e-filing systems (ECF, NYSCEF, NJ eCourts).
- Experience with legal research platforms (Lexis, Westlaw, PACER) and litigation support tools (Relativity, Adobe Acrobat).
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills, with attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor others and collaborate across teams.
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