Paralegal
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Job Location:
Independence, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Were looking for a professional who is organized detail-oriented and communicative to support multiple litigation attorneys in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate will take initiative manage competing priorities and provide excellent support to both attorneys and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage high volume medical malpractice and products liability cases
- Electronically file documents in state and federal courts
- Maintain and organize client files
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation including drafting jury instructions deposition designations witness and exhibit lists etc.
- Update and maintain attorney calendars re: hearings depositions mediations and scheduling orders
- Schedule and coordinate depositions including subpoenas and notices
- Arrange for service of process with sheriffs office and private process servers
- Assist with video conferences and remote depositions
- Track client expenses and submit them for reimbursement or billing
- Communicate with opposing counsel and court clerks serve as liaison between attorneys clients and external contacts
Qualifications:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook Word Excel etc.)
- Familiarity with document management systems and case management software
- Committed to providing excellent legal support
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Minimum of five years of relevant paralegal experience preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
- medical (employer paid) dental and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- PTO and generous holiday schedule
- Paid parking
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Proofreading
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Research Experience
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Writing Skills
