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- Litigation ParalegalNew York, NYSalary / Hourly Rate
$50,000Job Type
DirectNational Law Firm is recruiting for a highly qualified Litigation Paralegal to join their team. Qualified candidates will have at least five years of complex litigation experience. Responsibilities include document review, document production, e-discovery, case management, cite-checking, producing trial notebooks, electronic filing in state and federal courts.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:• Organize documents and coordinate document productions. Conduct the Bates-stamping, redaction, duplication and indexing of documents. Set up and maintain files which are organized chronologically, numerically and/or by subject matter.• Under the guidance of an attorney, categorize documents by subject matter, prepare a chronology of facts and create production charts and privilege logs.• Conduct various document searches and factual research. Create and maintain internal case databases.• Under attorney supervision, gather and prepare documents relevant to witnesses, organize exhibits and digest transcripts to summarize highlights of a proceeding.• Motion Practice: pull relevant documents, proofread papers, organize exhibits and create document indices in the preparation of motion filing.JOB REQUIREMENTS:• Bachelor's Degree required• Minimum of 5 years of litigation paralegal and trial experience• Familiarity with litigation support specific applications• Experience with LexisNexis and West Law• Knowledge of Federal and State E-Discovery laws to guide attorneys through discovery is a plus - Senior Litigation ParalegalNew York, NYSalary / Hourly Rate
$95,000Job Type
DirectOne of the nation’s premier trial law firms, with a global network of offices, is seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal with complex litigation experience.
The new hire will assist litigation teams in a fast-paced environment with discovery, trial, and case general management aspects of large, document-intensive client files, specifically in the areas of General Business Litigation.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop file/document maintenance and management systems to facilitate large document holdings and provide ease of information retrieval.
- Supervise paralegals, project clerks and temporary employees
- Coordinate and facilitate trial preparation, including preparation of exhibits, exhibit lists, witness lists, demonstrative evidence, presentation of witnesses and courtroom logistics
Job Requirements:
- Four year B.A. or B.S. degree
- Paralegal certificate from an educational institution offering ABA-approved paralegal program.
- At least 5 year of litigation paralegal experience.
The salary for this position ranges from $75K - 95K based on experience. For consideration, send your resume today!
- Senior Corporate Securites AssociateManhattan, NYSalary / Hourly Rate
$250,000Job Type
DirectLaw firm located in midtown New York City with 60+ attorneys is currently seeking a senior associate in the firm's corporate and securities practice. Successful candidates will have 7+ years of experience in corporate securities work. Looking for highly motivated candidates that have experience in general corporate advisory work, registered and unregistered offerings of debt and equity securities and 34 Act work. Public and private M & A experience is a plus. For consideration, send your resume today! - VP, Legal Counsel - 1940 Act AttorneyNew York, NYSalary / Hourly Rate
$350,000Job Type
DirectIN-HOUSE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT ATTORNEY OPPORTUNITY!Top Investment Management Firm is recruiting for an investment management attorney with 5+ years as an attorney at a leading law firm or in-house role. Strong knowledge of securities laws applicable to registered investment advisers and registered investment companies, including the Investment Advisers Act and the Investment Company Act of 1940 required.
Salary to $300K!
- Asbestos ParalegalNew York, NYSalary / Hourly Rate
$75,000Job Type
DirectProminent National Law Firm located in midtown is seeking an asbestos litigation paralegal.The role entails case management, deposition review and summarizing, assisting with motion practice, assisting with pre-trial and trial preparation.
Candidates need a minimum of 1+ year of asbestos paralegal experience.
Outstanding salary, benefits, and opportunity for growth!
For consideration, send your resume today!
- Corporate Restructuring Attorney/Legal AnalystNew York, NYSalary / Hourly Rate
$150,000Job Type
DirectTake advantage of this unique position with a leading provider of intelligence and research in the financial market.
In this role, the attorney will produce timely and accurate reports on restructurings. This position will be responsible for publishing in-depth legal research on corporate restructuring issues in Chapter 11 cases.
J.D. and 3-5 years of experience at a law firm in the corporate restructuring department required. This position offers work/life balance, outstanding compensation package and generous benefits package.
- Legal ProofreadersNew York, NYSalary / Hourly Rate
$23Job Type
ContractWe have immediate temporary Legal Proofreading positions for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and weekend shifts.MUST have at least 2 years of experience working in a law firm as a Legal Proofreader working on cold reads, black-lining and book reads. EDGAR is a plus but not required for all positions.Responsibilities include:*Ability to accurately proofread legal documents*Follow and maintain report styles and guidelines that are consistent within the firm/document standards*Work closely with Attorneys and Word Processors*Work on a strict deadlineQualifications:*Candidates must have a complete understanding of standard proofreading marks and techniques; experience utilizing style guides; accuracy and speed in proofreading*Strong attention to detail, organization, and great follow-up skills essential***Candidates MUST be able to pass legal proofreading test***
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