Entry-Level Paralegal: Trial Prep & Research

Flash Express (PH) Co. Ltd. Inc.; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Flash Express (PH) Co. Ltd. Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented legal support professional in Cebu City. The role involves preparing affidavits and various legal documents, organizing paper and electronic files, and assisting attorneys with research and trial prep.

You will meet with clients and attorneys, file pleadings with the court, and coordinate with witnesses. Fresh graduates may apply and a driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related pre-law coursework required.
• Fresh graduates welcome to apply.
• Background in document processing or law firm work is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills, highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Willing to travel or do fieldwork.
• Available to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare affidavits, legal correspondence, and various legal documents for attorneys
• Organize and maintain legal documents in paper and electronic filing systems
• Meet with clients, attorneys, and other professionals to discuss case details
• File pleadings and other documents with the court clerk in a timely manner
• Assist in trial preparation by organizing exhibits and supporting attorneys with other tasks
• Draft legal documents including briefs, wills, contracts, real estate closing statements, pleadings, and appeals
• Investigate case facts and applicable laws; conduct legal research using public records and other sources
• Direct and coordinate law office activities, including delivery of subpoenas and other legal correspondences
• Gather and analyze statutes, court decisions, legal articles, codes, and other data
• Contact and coordinate with witnesses required to testify at hearings or trials

Skills

Strong communication

Highly organized

Detail-oriented

Reliable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Bachelor's degree in Legal Management

Bachelor's degree in Forensic Science

Bachelor's degree in Criminology

Pre-law course

Job description

Flash Express (PH) Co. Ltd. Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented legal support professional in Cebu City. The role involves preparing affidavits and various legal documents, organizing paper and electronic files, and assisting attorneys with research and trial prep.

You will meet with clients and attorneys, file pleadings with the court, and coordinate with witnesses. Fresh graduates may apply and a driving license is required.