Junior Litigator

Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel LLP is seeking a Junior Litigator with 2-4 years of business litigation experience in New York State and/or Federal Courts; Securities Arbitration a plus.  This is an excellent opportunity for skilled candidates looking to work in a nationally recognized securities practice located in midtown NYC. The firm also supports working remotely.

Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel LLP offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a bonus.

Qualifications

1. 2-4 years of business litigation experience in State and/or Federal Courts.
2. Securities Arbitration experience a plus, including regulatory inquiries/investigations.
3. Excellent writing and research skills.
4. Experience in oral argument a plus.
5. First or second chair experience in depositions.
6. Self-starter able to handle one’s own caseload.

Please send resumes to rkorbach@srfc.law

Legal Billing Coordinator

Job description

Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel LLP is seeking a Legal Billing Coordinator with 3 to 5 years of legal billing experience to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled candidates looking to work in a nationally recognized securities practice located in midtown NYC. This position is a hybrid position.

Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel LLP offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a bonus.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the quality and accuracy of invoices.
• Reviewing and editing time entries to ensure proper coding and compliance with client guidelines.
• Executing bills in a timely manner on various E-Billing platforms; monitoring the E-Billing platforms to track approval process and anticipated collection dates.
• Ad hoc reporting.
• Researching and responding to billing inquiries.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years law firm experience using Aderant Omega and/or Zencase.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure.
• Have a professional demeanor with excellent judgment and willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to work both independently and collaborate with Billing Manager.
• College degree preferred

Hire is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check.

Please forward all resumes to tbarone@srfc.law

Litigation Paralegal

Job description

Sichenzia Ross Ference Carmel LLP is currently seeking a full-time Paralegal for our Securities Litigation, Arbitration, and Broker-Dealer Regulation Practice Group.  We offer competitive compensation, work-life balance, and an excellent benefits package.  This position is a hybrid position.

Position Summary

We are looking for candidates with a strong background or potential for success in legal case management, discovery and document analysis, research, and administrative tasks to support our defense attorneys. Successful candidates possess superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication abilities, and are detail-oriented self-starters. This position requires excellent organizational and critical-thinking skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with and provide support to attorneys and other support staff, overseeing and managing various litigation tasks
• Handle case management from initial filing through trial and appeal, including managing calendars and deadlines, and anticipating attorney needs
• Establish and maintain the organization of case files, aiding in the drafting of motions, arbitrator selection process, depositions, and trial preparation
• Organize and analyze financial and legal documents
• Coordinate and manage all aspects of discovery, including the organization, collection, and production of electronic discovery
• Develop and implement protocols, procedures, and templates to efficiently manage and organize cases
• Perform cite checking and proof reading
• Conduct legal and factual research on individuals and corporations
• Draft basic documents and conform templates
• Assist with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks, maintain and tracking exhibits, and coordinating witness schedules

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) & Adobe
• Exceptional at organizing, prioritizing, and handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proven strong work ethic and self-driven attitude, with a willingness to take initiative, be hands-on, and work independently
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Skilled in gathering, organizing, analyzing, and presenting substantial amounts of information effectively
• Excellent research and analytical abilities with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactively anticipates and addresses attorney needs, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently

Qualifications & Prior Experience

• Required:
  • College degree or paralegal certification
  • 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or in broker-dealer setting
  • Willingness to work flexible/overtime hours consistent with litigation demands
  • Basic knowledge of civil litigation in Federal and State Courts, legal procedures, terminology, and court rules
• Preferred:
  • FINRA Arbitration experience
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Degree or experience in accounting or finance

Please forward your resume to tbarone@srfc.law