What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at H2B Consulting, Inc.?
Full-time Position – New York, NY
Kim & Serritella LLP is a boutique law firm specializing in cryptocurrency law, commercial litigation, and business transactions. Founded in 2020, the firm combines big law experience with a personalized, client-first approach. Driven by a shared commitment to integrity, strategic advocacy, and innovation, the K&S team includes attorneys with strong credentials and a proven track record of success in complex, high-stakes legal matters. The firm stands out for its deep understanding of technology, evolving markets, and the modern legal landscape. #LawRedefined
The Company
Founded in 2020 by Hee-Jean Kim and James Serritella, the firm was built on a shared mission: to deliver high-quality, ethical legal representation without the bureaucracy and inefficiencies of traditional law firms. Both veterans of top New York City legal institutions, Hee-Jean and James met in law school and bonded over a deep respect for the legal profession and a commitment to serving clients with honesty and excellence. Kim & Serritella prides itself on smart, strategic advocacy delivered with humility and transparency.
Founded in 2020 by Hee-Jean Kim and James Serritella, the firm was built on a shared mission: to deliver high-quality, ethical legal representation without the bureaucracy and inefficiencies of traditional law firms. Both veterans of top New York City legal institutions, Hee-Jean and James met in law school and bonded over a deep respect for the legal profession and a commitment to serving clients with honesty and excellence. Kim & Serritella prides itself on smart, strategic advocacy delivered with humility and transparency.
The firm offers fair billing practices and custom fee structures designed around client needs, not law firm profits. Every case is handled with tireless dedication, fierce advocacy, and a results-driven mindset. The firm is also committed to social impact. Through the K&S Pro Bono Practice Center, the team provides free legal services to individuals and communities in need, guided by an experienced Pro Bono Counsel. At Kim & Serritella LLP, clients receive more than just legal support—they gain trusted partners who lead with integrity, clarity, and compassion.
The Position
K&S is hiring a Litigation Paralegal for its New York City office, offering an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, collaborative legal team. This full-time position is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented paralegal with 4 or more years of experience in complex commercial litigation—not including criminal, family, or personal injury law. The role involves supporting attorneys in high-stakes litigation, managing court calendars, filing legal documents, preparing case materials, coordinating with court staff and ESI vendors, and organizing discovery and trial preparation. The position requires strong communication skills, proficiency in legal technology, and the ability to manage electronic and paper case files efficiently.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage complex commercial litigation cases from intake through trial
- Maintain and monitor court calendars, deadlines, and case progress
- File legal documents electronically via ECF, PACER, NYSCEF, AAA, JAMS, and FINRA
- Coordinate with court clerks, court personnel, and vendors
- Order and manage court transcripts and legal documentation
- Prepare exhibits, binders, and case materials for hearings, trials, and depositions
- Organize and maintain both electronic and physical case files
- Retrieve case law, perform cite-checking, and assist with legal research
- Collaborate with ESI vendors on document review and production
- Summarize discovery materials and support motion practice
- Perform administrative duties such as scanning, printing, and document saving
- No billable hour requirement
Supervisory Responsibilities
- No immediate direct reports
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum 4 years of litigation paralegal experience (federal court experience required)
- Expertise in complex commercial litigation and arbitration procedures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Litera Compare
- Strong legal research skills using Westlaw, Lexis Nexis, and case management software
- In-depth knowledge of Federal and New York Civil Procedure and e-filing systems
- Excellent writing, proofreading, and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong time management abilities
- Able to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Comfortable learning new technology systems quickly
- Prior experience working in a law firm setting is strongly preferred
Work Environment
- On-site position located in New York, New York
Compensation
- Position offers an annual salary of $75,000 - $120,000, with additional benefits
Preferred Experience
- Experience handling complex commercial litigation in both federal and state courts
- Familiarity with arbitration forums such as AAA, JAMS, and FINRA
- Prior work in a high-volume law firm or fast-paced litigation environment
- E-filing proficiency across multiple platforms (ECF, PACER, NYSCEF)
- Hands-on experience coordinating with ESI vendors for document review and production
- Knowledge of legal software tools such as Relativity, Concordance, or similar platforms
- Advanced proficiency in legal citation tools and cite-checking procedures
- Demonstrated ability to support attorneys through all phases of trial preparation
- Experience organizing and summarizing large volumes of discovery material
- Proven track record managing multiple priorities and shifting caseloads under tight deadlines
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- None required
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
This company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Perks of the Job
Health Benefits
Inclusive Medical Insurance plan with accessory Vision, Dental, and Life coverage
Paid Time Off
Paid Leave plan includes 3 weeks vacation (PTO), and up to 5 paid sick days per year
Financial Benefits
Eligibility to participate in the company’s 401(k) retirement savings plan
Dynamic Team
You will be working with a small, but growing, highly sophisticated firm
Career Development
Opportunities for skill enhancement and career growth within the company
Onsite Advantage
In this role, you will get the benefit of having in-person interactions with colleagues
Salary : $75,000 - $120,000