Experienced Evictions Paralegal

Dufford Waldeck; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Grand Junction is seeking a skilled paralegal to support its legal team. The ideal candidate will have experience in preparing legal documents, interviewing clients, and conducting legal research. Certification in paralegal studies is preferred along with 3 years of experience in a law firm. The position offers a compensation range of $25 - $35 hourly.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer.
• Proficient knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure for the County Court.
• Recent experience with FEDs and related trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize exhibits for trial.
• Assist in preparing legal documentation and correspondence.
• Conduct interviews with clients for information gathering.
• Maintain an organized filing system for legal documents.

Skills

High-level organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Time-management skills

Legal research

Education

Completed ABA-approved paralegal certificate program

Associate’s degree in paralegal studies

Job description

We’re seeking a skilled and experienced paralegal to support our growing legal team. The ideal candidate for this position will apply exceptional organizational skills to prepare and maintain legal documents, file motions, interview clients, and conduct legal research. If you’re looking to fill an invaluable position at a firm and love helping others, apply today.

Responsibilities

• Help lawyers prepare for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, conducting research on legal articles, and organizing and coordinating witnesses
• Assist lawyers in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits
• Conduct interviews with clients to gather information about their legal issues
• Take care of administrative tasks such as answering phones and maintaining an organized filing system for all legal documents
• Arrange law office activity such as drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers

Qualifications

• High-level organizational and time-management skills
• Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have advanced paralegal education
• Talented communicator and writer
• Must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program, such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, or a Bachelor’s degree is desired
• 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
• Proficient knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure for the County Court and Colorado Revised Statutes governing eviction procedures
• Recent experience with FEDs and related trial preparation

Compensation

$25 - $35 hourly