Litigation Paralegal in Rochester, New York at Adams Leclair LLP

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our collaborative litigation team. This position will support attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case management, discovery and e-discovery, court filings, deposition and trial preparation, and client service. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable managing deadlines and documents, and experienced with litigation support technology.

Key Responsibilities

· Support attorneys with litigation matters from case intake through trial, appeal, and resolution.

· Manage discovery and e-discovery workflows, including document collection, review, production, and tracking.

· Prepare pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery demands and responses, subpoenas, and related court filings, including proofreading briefs and other litigation documents for accuracy, consistency, and formatting.

· Assist with preparation for depositions and trial, including organizing exhibits, witness files, deposition materials, trial binders, and related logistics.

· Conduct background and public-record searches to locate individuals and assist with coordinating and managing service of process.

· Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, vendors, and team members.

Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree or associate's degree with a Paralegal Studies Certificate preferred.

· Minimum of three years of legal experience, preferably in litigation.

· Experience with e-discovery platforms, document management systems, and electronic evidence management preferred.

· CEDS certification is desirable but not required; training and support toward certification are available.

· Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and project management skills.

· Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.

Work Environment

· Professional, collaborative, in-office environment focused on excellent client service and community involvement.

· In-office position with a billable target of 100 hours per month.

Work Hours

· Full-time, in-office position: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. with a 45-minute lunch break.

Compensation and Benefits

· Competitive salary commensurate with experience, ranging from $65,000 to $80,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

· 401(k) with employer contribution.

· Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.

· Parking and other firm benefits.