The Senior Litigation Paralegal provides advanced litigation support to attorneys in all phases of complex litigation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced in working on high-volume, deadline-driven matters.
Responsibilities:- Manage case files from inception through trial and appeal
- Coordinating discovery
- Prepare court documents for filing
- Conduct legal research
- Assist with trial preparation
- Serves as a key resource on court practices and helps develop junior paralegals
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience, preferably in a mid-to-large firm
- Thorough understanding of the litigation process
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, iManage, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Fundamental proficiency in research and internet platforms such as Bloomberg Law, Lexis, Westlaw, CM/ECF, NYSCEF, and PacerPro
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and planning skills
- Excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills
- The ability to work overtime as required, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and to travel for trials or work remotely as required
- Ability to work with other managers and employees at all levels in a collaborative and collegial environment
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Hughes Hubbard & Reed takes affirmative action in support of its policy to and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of 10 years' litigation paralegal experience
- Experience in a mid-to-large law firm
- Thorough understanding of the litigation process and court practices
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, iManage, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency with legal research and e-filing platforms (Bloomberg Law, Lexis, Westlaw, CM/ECF, NYSCEF, PacerPro)
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and planning skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work overtime (nights, weekends, holidays) and to travel for trials or work remotely as required
- Ability to work collaboratively with managers and employees at all levels
What We Do
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP is a multinational law firm founded more than 130 years ago. The firm is defined by quality and collaboration, providing strategic advice to clients worldwide across more than 40 areas of law. Based in New York City with a global reach, it helps clients navigate complex legal challenges with clarity, precision, and business-minded insight.
