TOP RANKED LAW FIRM’S IN NEED OF PARALEGAL’S/LEGAL ASSISTANT’S (GREAT PAY)
Growing Law Firm’s in need of a reliable and proactive paralegal’s.
The Paralegal’s will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including, but not limited to, document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, fact checking; discovery responses; deposition prep and notices; reservation of travel; expense reporting; preparation and filing of legal documents; and trial preparation.
Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
Organizes, enters and cross-references documents in a computerized database.
Prepares discovery requests and responses.
Assists general counsel organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
The companies reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
Some related experience preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
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Job Requirements:
Assist the legal department with paralegal and legal operations tasks Conducting legal research and drafting legal documents Providing paralegal support to all attorneys marginal job functions Performing litigation/contract support and paralegal activities Saved through paralegal’s preparation of basic legal forms Support litigation attorneys and paralegal supervisor in all facets of litigation Assist attorneys in legal research Assisting attorneys with preparation of legal documents Reviewing contracts and drafting legal documents Perform legal work under the direction of an attorney and paralegal supervisor Perform other paralegal and administrative support duties as requested by attorneys Maintain litigation and other legal files Perform miscellaneous corporate transactional and paralegal type duties Review legal documents and provide guidance on legal research Assist attorneys with legal contracts and/or documents Analyze law sources to prepare legal documents Perform paralegal litigation support functions to the commercial litigation and labor/employment law teams Work with legal contracts and prepare legal assistance to company attorneys Providing legal assistance to corporate attorneys Maintain legal files and litigation binders