Civil Litigation Paralegal: Trials & Case Management

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension contributions

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Diverse cases

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Queenstown seeks an experienced Paralegal to support a busy Civil Litigation department. You will assist attorneys with depositions, research, and drafting while managing case files and deadlines.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, client communication, and collaboration within a professional team. The ideal candidate has a Certificate or Diploma in Paralegal Studies and at least three years of civil litigation experience, with strong organizational and writing skills.

Qualifikationen

• Certificate or Diploma in Paralegal Studies or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Paralegal, with a strong focus on civil litigation.
• Proficiency in legal research databases and case management software.
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a legal team.

Aufgaben

• Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Conduct legal research and gather relevant case information and evidence.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, subpoenas, and discovery requests.
• Organize and maintain case files, ensuring all documents are properly indexed and stored.
• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel under attorney supervision.
• Manage case calendars and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Summarize depositions, interrogatories, and testimony.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Case management

Drafting

Communication

Organization

Ausbildung

Paralegal Certificate/Diploma

Tools

Legal research databases

Case management software

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Queenstown seeks an experienced Paralegal to support a busy Civil Litigation department. You will assist attorneys with depositions, research, and drafting while managing case files and deadlines.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, client communication, and collaboration within a professional team. The ideal candidate has a Certificate or Diploma in Paralegal Studies and at least three years of civil litigation experience, with strong organizational and writing skills.