Paralegal

The Woodbury, Long Island office of Kaufman Dolowich is a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas. We are actively seeking a Paralegal to work directly with our attorneys to prepare for upcoming cases and gets involved in fact-finding projects.

Our Legal Support Department is comprised of highly skilled and motivated individuals, who are seeking a dynamic self-starter to join their growing team!

Responsibilities

Works with attorneys to develop legal arguments, motions and other case filings.

Manages attorney caseloads by exhibiting a high level of professionalism, and commitment to helping the Firm meet all our clients’ needs.

Utilizes existing files and a variety of other research resources to develop information for pending cases.

Drafts discovery demands and responses, including, but not limited to, Requests for Production, Interrogatories, Notices for Discovery and Inspection and Requests for Admissions.

Processes deposition transcripts, and prepares timelines, as well as demonstrative exhibits.

Prepares trial and arbitration hearing binders.

Assists with drafting documents such as: Motion to Strike, Motion for Continuances, Proposed Orders, Requests for Judicial Notice, Evidentiary Objections, etc.

Assists with e-filing in State, Federal and Appellate Courts.

Reviews outgoing document production, including redacting and Bates stamping.

Creates Preservation of Evidence Letter and Document Request Letters.

Performs legal research via Lexis Nexis.

Processes HIPAA authorizations and follow up with providers for medical records.

Reviews, summarize and analyze medical records to assist with defense of action.

Other duties, as needed, to support the firm and office operations.

Qualifications

Paralegal certificate required.

2+ years of Litigation experience required.

General Liability or Insurance Coverage background preferred.

Familiarity with legal terminology, principles, and software’s (NetDocs and West Law preferred).

The ability to analyze legal documents, and conduct legal research, for accuracy.

Strong organizational, communication, and technology skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

Competitive compensation packages along with performance and billable hour-based bonus programs

Comprehensive benefits offerings

Uncapped professional development opportunities

Dynamic, team-oriented, on-site working environment with open communication and support

Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses

Target Hiring Range: $55,000 - $80,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Kaufman Dolowich without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.