Asbestos Paralegal in Manhattan, New York at Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP
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Job Description
About Us
Meirowitz & Wasserberg, LLP, is a trial law firm dedicated to helping injured people get the justice they deserve. We have offices in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, California, and Texas. We only represent people—not corporations. Our nationwide practice affords us the opportunity to make a difference on a broad scale, and we are looking for colleagues who share our passion.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Asbestos Paralegal to join our Midtown Manhattan office. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of prior Asbestos Litigation experience though an experienced Personal Injury Paralegal will also be considered. This position is full-time and will be based in the office 5x per week.
You Will:
- Assist in the preparation of legal documents, such as complaints, service lists, motions, and discovery requests/responses related to asbestos cases.
- Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents and evidence are properly indexed and accessible in Smart Advocate.
- Monitor the docket and make sure all filing deadlines are met.
- Interact with clients to gather information, provide updates on case progress, and assist in answering their questions and concerns.
- Conduct legal research to support attorneys in asbestos-related personal injury cases, including gathering information on asbestos-containing products, exposure sources, and relevant laws and regulations.
- Perform some administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars and handling correspondence related to asbestos cases.
You Have:
- 2+ year of experience as a Personal Injury paralegal.
- Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Nice to Have:
- 1+ year of experience as an Asbestos Litigation Paralegal.
- 1+ year of experience using Smart Advocate.
Our Benefits:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Commuter Transit Program
- Retirement Plan
Salary Range: $24-34 per hour
The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person