Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Paralegal / Legal Assistant – Litigation & Personal InjuryLocation: Long Island, NYJob Type: Full-TimeAbout the OpportunityA well-established Long Island law firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal / Legal Assistant to join its busy litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional who is comfortable handling a fast-paced caseload and working closely with attorneys.The ideal candidate will have experience supporting litigation matters, with a background in Medical Malpractice, No-Fault, or Personal Injury considered a significant plus.Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal and administrative support to attorneys.
• Assist with managing an active litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Track case deadlines, court dates, filings, and other important litigation events.
• Assist with discovery, including organizing medical records, bills, reports, and other case materials.
• Communicate with clients, insurance companies, medical providers, courts, and other parties as needed.
• Maintain accurate and well-organized electronic and physical case files.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and other case-related projects.
• Manage multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Perform other legal support duties as assigned.

• 3+ years of paralegal or legal assistant experience preferred.
• Litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Medical Malpractice experience is a major plus.
• No-Fault experience is a major plus.
• Personal Injury experience is a major plus.
• Experience with pleadings, discovery, court filings, and case management.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a legal team.
• Strong computer and document-management skills.
• Paralegal certificate or college degree is a plus, but relevant experience will be considered.

• Join an established and respected Long Island law firm.
• Work directly with experienced attorneys.
• Opportunity to gain additional experience in a busy litigation practice.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Long-term career opportunity.
• Competitive compensation and benefits based on experience.

Candidates with Medical Malpractice, No-Fault, Personal Injury, or other litigation experience are encouraged to apply.Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.