Litigation Paralegal - Civil Litigation /

Debt CollectionAdvanced Recovery Group Location:

Fairfield, NJ Position Type:

Full-Time, In-Office Compensation:

$55,000 - $65,000 annually plus Quarterly Bonuses Please do not apply if you do not possess the required litigation experience listed below.

Position Overview:

Advanced Recovery Group is a commercial collections agency seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our growing legal department. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with civil litigation, debt collection litigation, New York civil procedure, pre and post-judgment enforcement, and NYSCEF filings. This role requires a highly organized and self-motivated individual capable of managing high-volume litigation matters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Draft & File:

Summons & Complaints Default Judgments Summary Judgments Motions Affidavits Stipulations UCC Filings Restraining Notices Information Subpoenas Executions Post-Judgment Enforcement Documents Prepare and organize exhibits and supporting litigation documentation File legal documents through NYSCEF and other court e-filing systems Maintain and monitor litigation deadlines and case progress Input and manage new litigation files within internal systems Maintain accurate CRM notes and litigation updates Draft and manage professional legal email correspondence with attorneys, courts, process servers, clients, and vendors Execute on judgments and identify appropriate financial institutions and entities for service and enforcement Conduct corporate research, UCC searches, and asset investigations Track files throughout the collections and litigation process using Excel, Airtable, and internal systems Assist attorneys and management with case preparation and litigation workflow management Monitor pre and post-judgment litigation matters from start to finish Qualifications Pre and post-judgment litigation experience required Civil litigation experience required Strong knowledge of New York Civil Procedure required Experience with NYSCEF filing systems required Experience drafting litigation documents and motion practice required Familiarity with Merchant Cash Advance litigation is a plus Strong organizational and multitasking skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Airtable, and litigation systems Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment Additional Requirements Must possess strong attention to detail Must be capable of handling high-volume litigation files Schedule Monday through Friday Full-Time, In-Office Position Fairfield, NJ Compensation & Benefits Salary ranging from $55,000 - $65,000 annually 90-day performance review with opportunity for salary increase Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Health Benefits 401 k

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience with New York civil procedure? Have you worked with New York state courts, and specifically used NYSCEF before? Have you ever heard of a merchant cash advance? Have you done any commercial debt collection/contract work? What legal documents have you drafted?

Work Location:

In person