Paralegal

We’re seeking to hire a highly motivated, detail-oriented Paralegal with three or more years of litigation experience to join our team. You will be overseeing attorney calendars, preparing documents like affidavits and legal correspondence, as well as organizing and maintaining files. You will also electronically file pleadings in courts throughout the country and help prepare for trials by organizing exhibits and assisting with other tasks as required.

What you’ll do

• Handle multi-state Court filings
• Maintain and manage litigation calendars, dockets and deadlines
• Outline and draft affidavits, legal correspondence, discovery requests and responses, and other documents for attorneys.
• Oversee the organization and maintenance of documents in a paper or electronic filing system.
• Liaise between attorney and clients to obtain required documents, provide case updates, ensure client appearance for court-scheduled events, and obtain necessary information and documents.
• Help prepare for trial by organizing exhibits and assisting with other tasks as needed.
• Legal research
• Direct and coordinate law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas, coordination of deposition and witnesses to testify at hearings as needed.

What we’re looking for

• Certificate of completion from an ABA-approved paralegal certification program of education and training, or an associate degree in paralegal studies; and/or.
• At least three years of litigation experience.
• Strong familiarity with court systems, (NYSCEF, PACER, etc.) and demonstrated ability to review all filings and apply court procedures and rules in practice.
• Proven leadership with the ability to delegate and supervise legal assistant(s).
• Can be relied upon to fluently read and write dense legalese.
• Must be able to function effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment.
• A confident self-starter to manage and oversee the attorneys’ cases.

But beyond credentials:

You take your work seriously.

You have high standards, for yourself and for others.

You have excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines reliably.

You take initiative in all tasks and exercise strong judgement in enforcing deadlines and supporting all attorneys.

You are able to prioritize many tasks and are not afraid to enforce deadlines within the office.

You are motivated by impact, not just process.

The work

This role involves direct exposure to difficult subject matter, including sexual violence, abuse, harassment, and other traumatic events. You will be working closely with clients who have experienced significant harm.

We provide mental health support, including access to a clinical social worker, but you should already have strong personal coping strategies.

A note on conflicts

Our work includes direct litigation against major tech companies. We cannot consider candidates who live in households with individuals currently employed by or representing companies such as TikTok, Amazon, Meta, Google, Snap, X, or similar entities.

Compensation & logistics

• Base salary: $70,000-75,000, depending on experience
• Opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, and more
• Brooklyn-based office (this is not a remote or hybrid position)

To apply

Email your resume and cover letter to jobs@cagoldberglaw.com with the subject line “Last name – Paralegal Applicant”

Final note

C.A. Goldberg is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, fitness stipend, and more.