We have partnered with our client in their search for a Commercial Real Estate Litigation Paralegal to go onsite 4 days a week in White Plains, NY.
Responsibilities
- Organize exhibits for pleadings
- Conduct legal research
- Electronically file documents with court on NYSCEF and ECF
- Prepare correspondence and send courtesy copies to court
- Serve documents on parties
- Schedule process server for service of documents
- Bate-stamp and redact documents for production on docs corp
- Prepare pleadings binder for case files
- Organize research, attorney notes and client documents for file
- Maintain litigation case calendar
- Prepare pleadings such as subpoenas, restraining notices, information subpoenas, notice of entry, notice of appeal, request for judicial intervention, notice of appearance, notice of electronic filing
- Organize documents for trials
- Prepare trial binders for attorney
- Administrative duties - scan documents for attorneys, organize attorney working documents
- Travel to court to file documents
- Maintain and organize electronic and hard copy filing systems.
- Draft correspondence and other materials as requested, respond to written and verbal inquires
- Type, prepare and proofread legal and other documents
Skills Required
- Strong administrative, organizational and time management skills
- Strong writing and proofreading skills
- Systematic knowledge of databases and tracking systems
- Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented and adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be a self-starter, take initiative and work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) with the ability to learn new or updated software
- Proficient in Document Management software a plus.
Education & Work Experience
- At least five (5) years of related experience
- Must possess at minimum an Associate degree in legal studies or a Paralegal Certification
About Korn Ferry
Korn Ferry unleashes potential in people, teams, and organizations. We work with our clients to design optimal organization structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people and advise them on how to reward and motivate their workforce while developing professionals as they navigate and advance their careers. To learn more, please visit Korn Ferry at www.Kornferry.com
