Paralegal Assistant

Job Description

• Perform legal and factual research
• Perform records research
• Identify relevant judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes, and other pertinent material
• Organize and analyze information
• Cross-check and validate the information
• Prepare written reports
• Draft legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts, and legal memoranda
• Help prepare legal arguments, applications, declarations, and motions
• Prepare correspondence
• Check and edit legal forms and documents for accuracy
• Build and maintain databases and files
• Organize and track case files
• Review and monitor new and updated laws and regulations
• Maintain law library
• Co-ordinate law office activities
• Assist the lawyer in their daily activities
• Handle docket entries
• Communicate with clients regarding cases.

Job Requirements

• Certification or associate’s degree in paralegal studies (bachelor’s degree is preferred)
• A minimum experience of two years in a paralegal role
• Investigative mind and strong research skills
• Working knowledge legal database software
• Experience in preparing legal reports
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Relevant computer software knowledge and experience
• Willing to learn all the above