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A bit about us:

We are a globally recognized law firm representing institutional investors in matters of corporate governance, shareholder rights, and securities litigation. Since our founding in 1983, we've recovered over $40 billion for our clients, which include some of the world’s largest public pension funds, asset managers, and insurers.

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Paralegal to work with our Securities Litigation Department in our New York office. This is a hybrid role - 3 days in office, 2 days at home.

Why join us?

Outstanding benefits - medical, dental and vision
Generous PTO
401k
Annual Merit-based Bonus
Hybrid Schedule!

Job Details

  • Perform legal and factual research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, BloombergLaw, AlphaSense, and other systems
  • Proofread and cite-check/fact-check briefs, complaints, and other documents
  • Prepare, finalize, and file legal documents
  • Assist with retrieval of rules and regulations
  • Organize and track case files, and maintain reference files
  • Prepare for depositions, hearings, trials and/or client meetings (includes scheduling with multiple parties including outside counsel and vendors, preparing exhibits, etc.)
  • Maintain time entries in iTimeKeep

Position Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree, plus 2-5 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm (securities litigation experience is a plus, as is Class Action experience)
  • Experience with e-filing or assisting in e-filing in federal district courts
  • Solid experience and skills performing cite checking and Bluebooking
  • Strong research skills and proficiency in using various research tools including the Internet, Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, BloombergLaw, and other court and news-related sources
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational and planning skills
  • Strong proofreading and grammar skills along with a keen eye for detail
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Effectively able to organize and prioritize work, and the ability to work well under pressure
  • Ability to multitask, handling multiple projects and shifting priorities
  • Strong word processing and computer skills (including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • The ability and willingness to work overtime to meet business needs, as needed
  • Occasional flexibility with shifting work hours (i.e. beginning early or staying late, separate from overtime), if business needs require

Work Environment:
  • This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in New York, NY
  • This is a hybrid role typically 3 days in-office (Tuesdays and Wednesdays required); 2 days work-from-home
  • Overtime (above 35 hours) may be required based on business needs
  • All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the USA
  • All employees must be vaccinated and boosted

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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