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Senior Litigation Case Manager / Paralegal

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)

Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Litigation Case Manager / Paralegal to oversee the full litigation lifecycle across a high-volume, complex docket. This role requires expert-level paralegal skills, superior organizational and leadership abilities, and deep familiarity with trial preparation, e-discovery, and litigation case management. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, works independently with minimal attorney oversight, and leads with professionalism and precision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a substantial docket of complex litigation matters from inception through trial, including investigation, discovery, pretrial, and post-trial support.
• Supervise junior paralegals and legal assistants; ensure high-quality work product and effective workflow coordination.
• Lead trial preparation efforts, overseeing all logistics including war room setup, exhibit and demonstrative preparation, and in-court support.
• Coordinate and manage document collections, reviews, and productions; collaborate with in-house E-Discovery teams to ensure compliance with legal obligations.
• Conduct in-depth factual and legal research; synthesize findings and present succinct summaries for attorney review.
• Draft, format, and file pleadings and court documents in federal and state courts using e-filing platforms; ensure compliance with court rules.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, outside counsel, and third-party vendors.
• Establish and improve best practices in case and workflow management; participate in the testing and implementation of legal tech tools.
• Mentor and train junior team members and contribute to departmental initiatives, including the paralegal evaluation process.
• Maintain responsibility for case calendaring, deadline tracking, and overall litigation logistics.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required; ABA-approved paralegal certificate preferred.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of litigation paralegal experience, including extensive trial experience.
• Strong command of litigation processes, court procedures, and electronic discovery practices.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and legal technology platforms (e.g., Relativity, iManage, PacerPro).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and concisely.
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership, project management, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Demonstrated discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
• Ability to interface effectively with attorneys at all levels, firm leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Self-starter who can work independently while adapting to varied team dynamics and attorney work styles.
• Flexibility to work extended hours and travel as needed for trial or case demands.
• This is a hybrid role with required in-office attendance based on department scheduling.

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