Milber Makris Plousadis Seiden Jobs in Usa

Milber Makris Plousadis & Seiden, LLP, a full-service civil litigation defense firm and business partner to the insurance industry seeks a highly motivated full-time office clerk to work in our Purchase, New York office location. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting daily office operations, ensuring efficient administrative processes, and providing excellent administrative support. Candidate must possess strong verbal and written communication skills and must be detail-oriented and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Prior law firm experience preferred but not required. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a growing, dynamic firm with a great working environment. We are looking for the right candidate to join our team.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience as an office clerk or in a similar administrative role preferred.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are essential.
• Use of office equipment such as computers, printers, photocopiers, scanners and fax machines.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Scan, sort and distribute incoming mail in-office and electronically and prepare outgoing mail.
• Organize, maintain physical and digital files with accuracy
• Data Entry – accurately inputting information into databases and other software systems
• Maintain, update, and create new files for the organization
• Label and update paper files
• Index files
• File and retrieve documents
• Scan and copy documents
• Organize and store legal documents in a filing system
• Manage databases and records
• Keep inventory of files and organize file room
• Retrieve voicemails and forward to appropriate parties via email
• Manage daily attendance
• Assist with entering and tracking court appearances, conferences, hearings, motion return dates, mediation and arbitration dates, deposition dates, examinations under oath dates, independent medical examinations, expert examinations, and meetings on firm's master calendar
• Assist with scheduling, confirming and adjourning firm calendar appearances
• Additional administrative duties

MMP&S Benefits Include:

Health Insurance, Health Savings Account, Dental options, Vision options, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Short-Term Disability Options, Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) Plan, AFLAC, Pet Insurance

*Salary Commensurate with Experience

Milber Makris Plousadis & Seiden, LLP, a full-service civil litigation defense firm and business partner to the insurance industry, is seeking a paralegal with prior law office experience to assist attorneys in all phases of litigation. This role is based in our Purchase, New York office and requires four days a week in office and one day remote, following a minimum of six weeks in-office training. Candidates must be eager to learn, organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Experience in insurance defense litigation and paralegal certification is a plus but not mandatory.

Experience Requirements:

• 3+ years' prior paralegal experience
• Computer proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, Excel & Adobe Acrobat
• Highly proficient in typing with excellent grammatical accuracy
• Exceptional verbal and written communication, knowledge and understanding of legal terminology and procedures
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents
• Proficiency with electronic filings in the State and Federal Courts

Primary job duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Insurance defense litigation support
• Reviewing case assignments and examine claim documents, pleadings, and supporting records for consistency, legal sufficiency, and relevant deadlines
• Calendar management for assigned caseload
• Coordinating with support services, opposing law firms and courts
• Drafting legal documents for review and use by attorneys such as pleadings, discovery demands/responses, notices, affidavits, subpoenas, RJIs, and other routine legal documents
• Motion preparation and identification of exhibits
• Document productions and redactions
• Preparation of witness/exhibit lists and trial binders
• Retention of expert witnesses, preparation of expert indexes, production of records
• Organizing and maintaining case files, including electronic files and document management systems
• E-filing & E-Service (State & Federal)
• Additional duties

Summary

As a Paralegal, you will be integral to supporting legal teams by managing case files and drafting essential documents. Reporting to attorneys, you will utilize core skills such as litigation support and document review. Your strong communication and organizational skills will ensure efficient case management and client interaction. With a Paralegal Certificate and proficiency in Microsoft Office, you will contribute to the success of our legal practice in a fast-paced environment.

MMP&S Benefits Include:

Health Insurance, Health Savings Account, Dental options, Vision options, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Short-Term Disability Options, Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) Plan, AFLAC, Pet Insurance

*Salary Commensurate with Experience

The Berwyn office of Milber Makris Plousadis & Seiden, LLP, a multistate full-service civil litigation defense firm and business partner to the insurance industry, is looking for a motivated attorney with civil litigation defense experience to join our team to handle a diverse caseload defending general casualty cases. Cases include construction accident, products liability, premises liability, motor vehicle, construction defect, and catastrophic loss claims. Flexible remote work available. Competitive salary. Membership in PA Bar necessary. NJ Bar membership a plus.

Qualification Requirements:

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and in good standing (Admission in New Jersey a plus)
• Exhibits an in-depth knowledge of Pennsylvania Court Rules and Procedures
• Demonstrated excellence in research, writing, and legal analysis
• Strong work ethic, ability to manage caseload and work in a team environment
• Highly detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Experience taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing substantive motions, attending hearings and trials preferred

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing own caseload (with oversight by partners depending on experience level)
• Drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery responses
• Research and writing of memorandums
• Reporting to clients
• Attending hearings and court conferences
• Conducting and defending depositions
• Attending inspections
• Consulting with expert witnesses
• Attending mediations
• Trial preparation and trial

MMP&S Benefits Include:

Health Insurance, Health Savings Account, Dental options, Vision options, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Short-Term Disability Options, Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) Plan, AFLAC, Pet Insurance, Continuing Legal Education

*Salary commensurate with experience

*Bonus opportunities