Trial Paralegal – Newark, NJ

Job Description:

The right candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of complex litigation experience with an emphasis on large case management and organization, including trial preparation, document production, discovery, and trial exhibits.

Seeking candidates that are able to: draft notices, summonses, and affidavits; administer and oversee document inspections at the request of an attorney; research and analyze case law; shepardize cases and cite check briefs; communicate with court personnel regarding the status of cases; electronically edit documents relating to litigation; proofread documents to be filed in court; and index mass amounts of documents.

Job Requirements:

Must be a highly organized and detail oriented person.

Excellent judgment and decision-making skills, the ability to work independently with limited supervision, and strong workflow prioritization skills are all

requirements.

Must have effective communication skills, both written and verbal, at all levels within the organization and externally.

Must have strong and cite-checking experience and familiarity with Westlaw.

Experience in criminal law and/or commercial foreclosure and collection work is a plus.

Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certification required.