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Title : Paralegal

Location : New York - Long Island
Refer to Job # INJN722870

Paralegal - Insolvency & Restructuring Duties: Under the general direction of supervising attorney(s) and according to established Firm policies and procedures, is responsible for providing paralegal support and assistance to supervising attorneys and paralegals in all aspects of insolvency & restructuring law. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and Firm matters. Client billable hour requirement: 1,700 hours annually (142 client billable hours average per month). Coordinate document retrieval under the supervision of the supervising attorneys. Maintain up-to-date time reports to ensure accurate client billing. Various practice support projects. Assist with the billing process, which includes reviewing invoices with supporting attorney, incorporate changes as needed and generate bills. Setting up conference calls. Creating financial reports for attorneys. Drafting monthly fee statements and interim fee applications. Managing the departmental staffing plan. Maintaining attorney calendars. Provide general administrative and clerical support including mailing, scanning, faxing and copying. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree and 1+ year s related experience preferably in a law firm environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Legal research knowledge and ability to use law library are required. Paralegal certificate from an ABA accredited paralegal program. Computer proficient with experience and working knowledge of Westlaw and other litigation-related databases, Internet research, due diligence, Excel, Outlook, and MS Word preferred. Applicable knowledge of methods of legal research, court rules and procedures, litigation terminology and documentation, docketing procedures, and bates numbering preferred. Working knowledge of Electronic Case Filing (CM/ECF) procedures is also preferred. Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish information in report format, written correspondence, email, or verbally. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, clients, staff, and outside contacts. Analytical skills requiring an aptitude for detail and accuracy in order to analyze and research litigation-related data, process information, and perform essential duties. Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment. Ability to act independently and make decisions within scope of the position s responsibilities. Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment, adapt to changes in workflow, and ensure work is completed within defined deadlines. Proactive with excellent troubleshooting, problem resolution, and follow-through skills. Excellent knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and formatting in order to interpret source data, prepare litigation documents and forms, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform file maintenance. Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when computing, reconciling balances, and verifying numerical data on forms and documents. Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, laser printer, telephone, photocopier, calculator, scanner, facsimile, etc.

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