Paralegal Jobs in New York

Insurance Defense Litigation Paralegal

New York Metro Area law firm with national practice seeks paralegal with at least three (3) year’s defense litigation experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance defense litigation and possess exceptional organizational and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of cases and collaborate with attorneys to provide outstanding legal support. Notary Public license a plus. Paralegal Degree or Certificate strongly preferred.

Essential Functions

• Review and analyze discovery documents, case materials and correspondence.
• Draft legal documents including third-party summons and complaints, notices of appearance, discovery responses, discovery demands, subpoenas, stipulations, consents to change attorneys, notice of entry, and other legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist with depositions.
• Obtain and maintain medical and other records.
• Coordinate investigations, expert examinations and inspections.
• Organize and maintain file documents.
• Assist with motions and preparation of exhibits.
• E-file documents with NYSCEF and PACER.
• Assist with pre-trial and trial preparation.

Applicants should possess the following:

• Strong oral and written communication and organization skills
• Prioritization skills with the ability to multi-task
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Experience in Microsoft office
• Experience in Prolaw/NetDocs is a plus!

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate/degree preferred
• At least 3 years’ experience working at a defense law firm
• Ability to complete trial prep work
• Assisting in court filings and basic motion practice
• Handling a No-Fault calendar
• Having an understanding of the court system - when, where, why, and how to file certain motions
• Having strong research skills
• Having familiarity with NY & NJ courts
• Having experience reviewing medical and accident reports
• Having client contact experience

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type

Full-time (with Hybrid schedule available at this time)
Hybrid Schedule Subject to Change (3 days in office, 2 days remote)

Salary Range

$55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year - Commensurate with Experience

PMT Office Location:

Elmsford, NY I New York, NY I Garden City, NY

We offer a competitive benefits package to all our employees, including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family Medical Leave (FMLA)
• Paid Family Leave (PFL)
• Domestic Partner Benefits (Same Sex)
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Firm-paid Life Insurance
• Employee Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Pre-tax Parking and Transit Programs – Commuter Benefits
• Pre-tax Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and HRA)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401(k) Matching Program
• 12 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks of PTO per year to start
• Bereavement Policy
• Jury Duty

About Us:
Pillinger Miller Tarallo began in 2002 with a handful of lawyers representing insurance clients in New York and has grown into over 100 lawyers located throughout New York, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. We have been able to achieve this successful growth by providing highly-experienced representation to our clients in all areas of civil litigation.

Our primary objective is the swift, cost-effective resolution of cases with the most favorable outcome possible for our clients.

Our Firm is AV rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating achieved only by a select group of law firms after a rigorous screening process.

Our attorneys have handled thousands of cases across numerous practice areas throughout the Northeast. Moreover, we are known as the “go to” trial firm since our attorneys have tried over 500 cases since the formation of the firm. Our approach to each and every case is to provide not only sound legal counsel, but also to ensure excellent client service. The foregoing principles have guided us over the years and have laid a foundation for our attorneys to build upon for the future.

Application Question(s):

• Experience with NY Courts
• Experience with NJ Courts
• Experience with Pacer
• How many years of Insurance Defense experience do you have?
• What borough/state are you located?
• Which location are you able to reliably commute to daily? Elmsford, NYC, Garden City
• Please provide your salary range.
• Are you comfortable with the salary range posted for this position, $55,000- $70,000?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Elmsford, NY 10523