Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary : Paralegals assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research services including document preparation and review;
interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact-checking; and trial preparation.
Reports To : Assigned Attorney
Department : Litigation
Supervisor Responsibilities : (none)
Duties / Responsibilities :
- Meets and communicates with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, discovery, files motions, and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
- Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, requesting medical / billing records and other legal sources;
provides written analysis to attorneys.
- Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
- Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
- Maintain docket calendar
- Identify liability issues
- Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
- Develop and maintain records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Works their assigned schedule, maintains good attendance habits, and complies with the firm's timekeeping policy and procedures.
Required Skills / Abilities :
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Bilingual is preferred.
Education & Experience :
Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required, Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
Education & Experience (continued) :
- Paralegal certificate required or experience instead of certification.
- Some related experience is preferred.
Physical Requirements :
- Sedentary work with prolonged periods of sitting / standing at a desk working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
28 days ago