At Gross Shuman P.C. we are always interested in speaking with individuals who are passionate about the law and driven to serve our clients. Whether you are an attorney, paralegal, or legal assistant, if you are interested in being part of a client-centered, collaborative legal practice, we would love to talk.
Email your resume, which will be kept in strict confidence, to Kim Jezewicz: [email protected]
Current Openings
Litigation Paralegal
(Salary range: $60,000-$75,000 annually)
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
We are growing and seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support our team through all phases of litigation. If you value a collaborative, close-knit environment and work-life balance, this could be the perfect fit.
Position Summary:
The Litigation Paralegal provides essential support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation. This role is responsible for organizing case files, managing discovery, drafting legal documents, and coordinating with clients, courts, and vendors to keep cases moving efficiently and accurately.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft pleadings and discovery responses.
- Organize and maintain case files (physical and electronic) from intake to resolution
- Create medical record chronologies and create medical record notebooks
- Manage document productions and prepare summaries
- Assist with deposition preparation, trial binders, and exhibits
- Coordinate filings, subpoenas, and service of process
- Communicate with clients, experts, and court personnel
- Maintain case calendars and deadlines
- Support attorneys at hearings, depositions, and trials
- Handle medical record requests, lien coordination, and AAA filings
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience
- Experience with Federal Court filings is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal technology tools
- Strong organizational, communication and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- 7.5-hour workday (8:30am - 5:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break)
- One paid Friday off per month
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Paid parking
- Health and Life insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Flexible Spending Account
Litigation Legal Assistant
(Salary range: $50,000-$65,000 annually)
Location: Buffalo, NY
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
We are growing and looking for an experienced, detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to support our litigation/municipal defense team. The successful candidate will work with a dynamic team of attorneys and paralegals on defense matters in both state and federal courts. If you are looking for a firm that supports your professional goals while maintaining a close-knit environment, this could be the perfect fit. We value work-life balance and are committed to creating a supportive and engaging workplace.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys
- Prepare and proofread legal documents, including notices of Claim, Answers and acknowledgment letters
- Maintain calendars and track deadlines
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts and third parties
- File documents electronically with both state and federal courts
- Maintain digital files with precision
- Schedule depositions, mediations, and meetings; coordinate with clients and court personnel
- Handle dictation, calls, emails, and general office tasks
- Copy, scan, mail or arrange delivery of legal correspondence
- Prepare and distribute client invoices and process account expenses
- Keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of litigation legal assistant experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal technology tools
- Proficiency with electronic filing systems in both state and federal courts
- Strong organizational, communication and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and benefits
- 7.5-hour workday (8:30am - 5:00pm, with a one-hour lunch break)
- One paid Friday off per month
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Paid parking
- Health and Life insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Flexible Spending Account
