Labor & Employment Paralegal

Staffers Inc.; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffers Inc. in Jackson, MS seeks a detail-oriented Labor & Employment Paralegal to support its attorneys in employment and labor matters. This fast-paced firm values accuracy, reliability, and professional communication.

You will draft and format legal documents, manage case files and deadlines, conduct research, and coordinate depositions and court filings while maintaining strict confidentiality. Paralegal certification or relevant legal education is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous paralegal experience, preferably in labor and employment law or civil litigation.
• Strong written communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Paralegal certification or relevant legal education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with labor and employment law cases, including case preparation and litigation support.
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Conduct legal research and assist with preparing case summaries and supporting documentation.
• Organize and maintain case files, calendars, deadlines, and court filings.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, meetings, and other case-related activities.
• Manage discovery documents, records, and other confidential information.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel

Skills

Written communication

Organization

Time management

Education

Paralegal certification or legal education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic document management systems

Job description

A well-established law firm in downtown Jackson is seeking a detail-oriented Labor & Employment Paralegal to support its attorneys in employment and labor law matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced paralegal who enjoys working in a professional, fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with labor and employment law cases, including case preparation and litigation support.
• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials.
• Conduct legal research and assist with preparing case summaries and supporting documentation.
• Organize and maintain case files, calendars, deadlines, and court filings.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, meetings, and other case-related activities.
• Manage discovery documents, records, and other confidential information.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Previous paralegal experience, preferably in labor and employment law or civil litigation.
• Strong written communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Paralegal certification or relevant legal education is preferred.

Additional Information

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience, with benefits offered as part of the overall compensation package.