Experienced Paralegal

Dufford WaldeckGrand Junction, CO, US

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Job Description

We’re seeking a skilled and experienced paralegal to support our growing legal team. The ideal candidate for this position will apply exceptional organizational skills to prepare and maintain legal documents, file motions, interview clients, and conduct legal research. If you’re looking to fill an invaluable position at a firm and love helping others, apply today.

Compensation : $25 - $35 hourly

Responsibilities :

Help lawyers prepare for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, conducting research on legal articles, and organizing and coordinating witnesses
Assist lawyers in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits
Conduct interviews with clients to gather information about their legal issues
Take care of administrative tasks such as answering phones and maintaining an organized filing system for all legal documents
Arrange law office activity such as drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers

Qualifications :

Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills, and time-management skills

Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education

Talented communicator and writer

Must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program, such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, or a Bachelor’s degree is desired

Candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have advanced paralegal education will receive preference

3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Proficient knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure for the County Court and Colorado Revised Statutes governing eviction procedures

Recent experience with FEDs and related trial preparation

About Company

Founded in 1964 by DJ Dufford, our firm has evolved into Dufford Waldeck—a distinguished team of 18 attorneys specializing in civil legal matters.

For six decades, our attorneys have been dedicated practitioners in the federal and state courts of Colorado and Utah. The year 2022 marked a significant milestone as we opened a new office in Montrose, Colorado, further solidifying our regional presence.

Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated by prioritizing clients' best interests and delivering personalized service, while our diverse legal expertise reflects the depth of our dedication to client satisfaction.

http : / / www.dwmk.com

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Paralegal • Grand Junction, CO, US