Experienced Paralegal – Litigation, Casualty Defense

Marshall Dennehey

. Obtain, review, and analyze medical, financial, tax, and employment records .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timePurchase • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation support through effective case management, legal research, and preparation of trial materials. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining case files and coordinating with various stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Litigation Paralegal ExperienceTrial PreparationLegal ResearchCase ManagementParalegal Certificate

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Hard Skills

Medical Record AnalysisFinancial Record AnalysisTax Record AnalysisEmployment Record AnalysisChronology CreationEvidence CompilationDiscovery Document ManagementCase Index GenerationExpert Qualification AnalysisMultitasking

Soft Skills

Highly OrganizedDetail-OrientedExcellent Interpersonal SkillsStrong Communication SkillsTeamwork and Cooperation

Tools & Technologies

Trial NotebooksExhibitsWitness FilesElectronic Case FilesPhysical Case Files

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal CertificateBachelor’s DegreeAssociate’s Degree

Industry Keywords

LitigationCasualtyConfidentialityProfessionalismDiscovery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Obtain, review, and analyze medical, financial, tax, and employment records
Create detailed medical and factual chronologies
Prepare trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness files
Compile evidence through discovery documents, transcripts, records, libraries, and databases
Manage and organize electronic and physical case files
Coordinate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and support services
Generate status reports, logs, and case indexes
Correspond with clients and opposing law firms
Conduct legal and medical research, including review of expert materials
Communicate with experts and analyze their qualifications, prior testimony, transcripts, and publications
Perform additional duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of litigation/casualty paralegal experience
Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree required
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to manage fast-paced discovery
Experience preparing cases for trial
Ability to independently maintain a caseload
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask and prioritize
Ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple assignments
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism
Willingness to learn and adapt as new skills are required
Dedication to teamwork and cooperation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage
Generous Paid Time Off and paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Bonus program
Firm-sponsored voluntary benefits, including supplemental life insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance, legal plan, and flexible spending accounts
Free on-site parking
Hybrid work schedule (remote/in-office) supporting work-life balance
Respectful, supportive workplace
Commitment to work-life balance
Collegial, collaborative work environment