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Title : Paralegal

Location : New York - Buffalo
Refer to Job # ICCD862383


Paralegal Position at Law Firm in Buffalo, NY Law firm is currently seeking a paralegal with a background in civil defense litigation to join their Buffalo, NY office. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and is between $50,000 - $65,000 a year with a full-time schedule. The successful candidate will be expected to work out of the office at least 60% of the time in accordance with the firm's guidelines. Job Responsibilities: Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research, and initial case assessments Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, legal codes to prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, or appeals for use by attorney Draft and prepare litigation documents for hearings and court pleadings Maintain exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics) Liaise between trial team and internal/external parties Aid attorneys/staff with interrogatories and other discovery requests Provide assistance with case settlements Billing for time Qualifications: College Degree; Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferable 2-3 years of prior experience as a Paralegal at a civil defense litigation firm Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices Experience with NJ State filing civil actions, discovery, and trials Collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at MKCI Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, use time efficiently, solve problems and take initiative Strong writing and communication skills Collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at MKCI Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance is looking for an experienced Paralegal to join their Buffalo, NY office. The position is full-time and offers a salary of $50,000 - $65,000 per year, commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including conducting pre-claim investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments as well as drafting and preparing litigation documents for hearings and court pleadings. Qualified candidates must have a college degree, preferably a paralegal associate's degree or other relevant certification. They must also have at least 2-3 years of prior experience as a paralegal at a civil defense litigation firm. Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, and practices is also required. In addition, the successful candidate must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently, use time efficiently, solve problems, and take initiative. Strong writing and communication skills are also essential, as collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at the law firm. The successful candidate will be eligible to receive a comprehensive benefits package, which includes 401(k) and 401(k) matching, dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and vision insurance. Are you an experienced Paralegal looking for your next role? Apply today to join the team at in Buffalo, NY! College Degree; Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferable, 2-3 years of prior experience as a Paralegal at a civil defense litigation firm, Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, Experience with NJ State filing civil actions, discovery, and trials, Collaboration with team members is an important component of any role at MKCI, Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, use time efficiently, solve problems and take initiative, Strong writing and communication skills
 
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