Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Why You Want to Work Here :

This is an great opportunity to join a team of seasoned professionals in a Maryland-based AV rated law firm specializing in insurance defense. We are committed to providing clients with dedicated, compassionate, and high-quality service. We are looking for a Paralegal who will assist our lawyers by providing administrative support, assisting attorneys with day-to-day office operations, and supporting litigation activity.

Responsibilities of the Paralegal :

Drafts, proofs, and edits correspondence, agreements, and other work product

Maintains attorney calendars, schedules consultations, meetings, events, conferences, and trainings

Assists attorneys with litigation process including pleading review, filing, discovery, and trial preparation

Maintains and manages correspondence, pleadings, court logs, and files

Review and draft routine legal documents

Create and maintain case files

Facilitate the meeting of attorney's deadlines

Conduct legal research

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications of the Paralegal :

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required

Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred

Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 Suite, CLIO

Paralegal certificate preferred

At least one to five years of litigation experience preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Understanding of legal language and principles, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters

Ability to maintain confidentiality, and exercise discretion and good judgment

Full-time (Onsite)

$45k-55k + Great Benefits