Litigation Paralegal - Temp-to-Perm (NJ).995

The Opportunity

A prominent law firm in Essex County, NJ office seeks a Litigation Paralegal to support its corporate litigation practice. This is a temporary-to-permanent opportunity with a hybrid schedule :  Mondays and Fridays are work from home days;  Tuesdays through Thursdays are onsite. The hourly rate is $40-$50. 

Primary Duties: 

The Litigation Paralegal plays a key role in supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation and arbitration, ensuring compliance with administrative deadlines, court procedures, and case-specific requirements. This position demands strong organizational skills, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Adhere to all firm and manager-set administrative deadlines, including bi-weekly workload/availability updates, Aderant time entry, and Dayforce timesheet submissions.

• Complete goals as outlined in the Performance Management evaluation process.

• Monitor and respond to work-related emails while away from the office.

• Meet all billable hour requirements as established by the department.

• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.

• Maintain dockets for all active court, arbitration, and agency matters; track all deadlines and case activity.

• Handle court filings and service of process in compliance with court rules and timelines.

• Review and docket all incoming court documents; notify attorneys of relevant updates.

• Maintain calendars, tickler systems, and provide timely reminders of critical deadlines.

• Assist with court filings: cite/fact-check briefs, review for Bluebook compliance, proofread, and assemble exhibits/appendices.

• Conduct legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, SEC/EDGAR, and other databases.

• Draft discovery materials and pleadings for attorney review.

• Collaborate with Practice Support and attorneys on document collection, review, and production.

• Support all stages of trial/arbitration prep: manage exhibits, coordinate with courtroom personnel, vendors, clients, and witnesses.

• Prepare production documents, including chronologies, logs (production, redaction, privilege), and related materials.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (a must have).

• Minimum 4 years of litigation paralegal experience at a large law firm.

• Corporate/business litigation experience.

• Strong knowledge of New York and New Jersey court systems and filing procedures.

• Proficient with docketing systems (e.g., BEC Legal) and Electronic Court Filing (ECF) processes.

• Advanced experience with litigation support software (e.g., Relativity, Trial Director).

• Excellent organizational, communication, and client service skills.

• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and support staff at all levels.

The Partnership – Benefits

• ABA-MEC Medical Benefit
• PEP 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Working Advantage {discounts), and Financial Wellness Program (FinFit)

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status.