Bilingual Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Creighton University; Fort Wayne, Omaha (IN, NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Bilingual Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting the Milton R. Abrahams Legal Clinic by drafting legal documents, conducting research, and assisting attorneys during client meetings. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in paralegal studies and experience in legal environments. This position offers flexible hours and an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of paralegal experience required.
• Ability to communicate professionally in both written and verbal form.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and proof-reading legal documents and correspondence.
• Coordinating and supporting attorneys at client meetings.
• Translating written legal documents between Spanish and English.

Skills

Bilingual Communication (Spanish/English)

Legal Research

Document Drafting

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies

Associate's Degree and Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Creighton University in Omaha, NE is seeking to hire a Bilingual Paralegal or Legal Assistant to become a part of our team. Will consider full or part time hours. This position supports The Milton R. Abrahams Legal Clinic. Must be able to work day hours (M-F 8-5). This hourly position is paid by extramural funds.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting, formatting, and proof-reading correspondence, pleadings, contracts, and other documents.


• Maintaining and monitoring assigned files and deadlines.


• Coordinating and supporting attorneys at client meetings.


• Performing legal and non-legal research.


• Translating written legal documents, correspondence, and other documents (Spanish/English).


• Assisting clients, scheduling appointments, answering phones, handling mail, email, and calendar inquiries.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and two years of paralegal experience OR Associate's Degree and Paralegal Certificate with 3 years of experience.


• Ability to utilize advanced features of Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, as well as other software.


• The ability to communicate professionally in both written and verbal form.

AAP/EEO Statement

Creighton University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory educational and employment environment. The University admits qualified students, hires qualified employees and accepts patients for treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or other status protected by law. Its education and employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other programs and activities, are administered without unlawful discrimination.

Disclosure Statement

This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.