Paralegal

We are looking for a skilled legal assistant or Paralegal. The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Aid attorneys with preliminary drafts of correspondence pleadings discovery and motions and file them with the court
• Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines organize case files manage logistics billing entries etc.)
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits documents evidence briefs and appendices
• Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
• Gather relevant information from a variety of sources.

Skills

• Proven working experience as a legal assistant
• Applicable knowledge of motions discovery evidence litigation documentation court rules and procedures practices etc.
• Highly organized
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
• Computer and database experience

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• legal assistant: 2 years (preferred)
• Paralegals & Legal Assistants: 2 years (preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Notary Public (Preferred)