Job Details

Litigation Paralegal – Wage & Hour / Commercial Litigation (Full-Time, In-Person)
Location: Teaneck, NJ (Main Office) | NYC-Based Practice

About Us:
We are a busy, fast-growing law firm handling wage and hour, employment, and commercial litigation matters. While our practice is based in New York City, our main office is located in Teaneck, NJ. We are committed to delivering strong legal advocacy while fostering a professional and collaborative in-office environment.

Position Overview:
We’re seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Paralegal to support our litigation team. The ideal candidate has experience with federal and state court filings, and is familiar with the day-to-day responsibilities of handling wage and hour and commercial litigation matters.

This is a primarily in-person position based in our Teaneck, NJ office, with some travel to NYC courts as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with case management from intake through trial

• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and discovery documents

• Coordinate and manage discovery responses and document productions

• File documents electronically in both federal (ECF) and state courts

• Maintain case calendars and track court deadlines

• Organize and maintain case files, both digital and physical

• Communicate with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel

• Prepare materials for depositions, hearings, and trials

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience (wage and hour or commercial litigation a plus)

• Familiarity with federal and state court rules and filing systems

• Highly organized with excellent time management skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Able to handle a high-volume caseload with attention to detail

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems

• Spanish fluency is a plus but not required

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• A dynamic, hands-on role with room for growth

• Exposure to meaningful, high-impact cases

• Supportive team environment

• Convenient location with free parking

To Apply:
Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to Michael@thesamuellawfirm.com with the subject line: “Paralegal Application – [Your Name]”.