Job Description

Coffey Modica LLP is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 50 attorneys in 6 offices throughout the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Certified Paralegal to join our team in Buffalo, New York. Ideal candidates will have 3 years of experience. Knowledge in areas such as personal injury, general litigation, medical malpractice and labor law are preferred, but not necessary. This role requires a team player with a strong understanding of legal principles.

Job Duties:

• Experience with e-filing for legal documents including discovery demands, and motions.
• Understanding of legal documents and terminology.
• Strong analytical and research skills on relevant laws, regulations, and articles.
• Manages and maintains case files in both physical and digital formats using the firm’s document management system.
• Collect, organize, and prepare legal documents and information for attorneys' review and case development.
• Strong writing skills for drafting various correspondence and basic legal documents.
• Process medical and employment authorizations.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information, provide case updates, and uphold confidentiality and professionalism.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews, meetings, witnesses, external vendors, following the clients' guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, legal assistants, and legal administrative staff on administrative tasks to support case management.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, as directed by attorneys, including handling exhibits, taking notes, or reviewing trial transcripts.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Certificate in paralegal studies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Notary certification is a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential information and maintain professionalism, especially in adversarial situations.

We are honored to have been recognized as one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York for three consecutive years: 2023, 2024, and 2025.

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