Job Description
Job DescriptionFalcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP is a full-service, rapidly growing and entrepreneurial law firm focused on an interdisciplinary approach to the practice of law. Our team is composed of thought leaders across a variety of practice areas, including some of the nation’s leading voices on web3, taxation and a variety of other fields. We bring together experts across all of our practice areas to achieve extraordinary results which would not be achievable at a more narrowly focused firm.
Respect, appreciation and quality of life come first and foremost. We care deeply about the people we bring into our firm and offer a unique emphasis on professional development. We work collaboratively to drive client success.
We are experiencing significant growth and require the assistance of a Senior Litigation Paralegal to fill a need in our Litigation Department in our New York, NY office.
Responsibilities would include but not be limited to:
- Calendar meetings, court appearances, depositions, deadlines
- Communicate with clients, , opposing counsel, court staff and other third parties as necessary
- E-filing for state and federal courts
- Oversee service of process
- Act as liaison between Litigation Department head and department associates
- Act as liaison between Litigation Department head and attorneys in other practice areas within firm
- Assist with legal research
- Draft legal documents
- Handle discovery demands and responses
- General administrative duties; filing and scanning; assemble litigation papers; maintain matter files
- In-person attendance to courthouses as necessary
Required:
- Formal training and study as a paralegal ideal, minimum of 5 years experience.
- Bachelor's degree or higher.
- This position is fulltime in office Mon-Fri.
- Strong computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint.
- Experience with e-filing and in person filings; both state and federal. Must be familiar with court house procedures.
- Ability to problem-solve procedural and calendaring problems.
Experience with Clio a plus.
Salary Rage: 75k-100K
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