Paralegal

Kahana Feld is seeking a Paralegal to provide support through all aspects of litigation in a variety of practice areas. The role involves coordinating with attorneys, preparing legal documents, conducting research, and assisting with trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate, organize, prepare, and interpret complex legal documents
• Coordinate with attorneys and paralegal Is to direct workflow on various cases
• Review, and maintain documents and case files; compile documents for filing with courts and relevant agencies
• Conduct electronic document reviews, coordinate productions of documents with attorneys, conduct searches of production databases for relevant documents, and conduct other related eDiscovery tasks
• Assist with drafting discovery, pleadings, and status reports
• Organize and conduct case-related team meetings as needed
• Review and draft summaries of discovery responses, document productions, and relevant records
• Assist with preparation and review of materials for court hearings and depositions
• Attend client meetings, conference calls, and other case related meetings with attorneys
• Conduct legal research and document review; perform factual research in internal and external databases and libraries
• Review and process vendor invoices for accuracy
• Coordinate and prepare for trials; attend trials if necessary and provide support to attorneys at court and agency hearings
• Accurately document and bill for all billable work and tasks according to billing procedures; meet annual billable hours requirement
• Communicate and interact with filing clerks, court room assistants and calendar clerks
• Liaise with outside vendors such as court reporters, experts, mediators, etc

Skills

• At least 1 year of experience preferred, working as a legal secretary or paralegal, preferably with a focus on personal injury, or construction defect cases in the State of New York
• Familiarity with online databases and resources
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with professionalism in client and colleague interactions
• Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and file management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Knowledge of third-party e-filing providers, including but not limited to One Legal, First Legal, Odyssey File & Serve, and Green Filing, a plus
• Knowledge of PACER and the federal Judiciary's Case Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) system, a plus

Benefits

• Full-Time, Non-Exempt
• Hybrid after 90-days of employment

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