Paralegal

Lawyers for Justice; Glendale, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Performance Based Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

Lawyers for Justice in Glendale, AZ is seeking a Paralegal to support attorneys with document preparation, research, discovery, and trial prep in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Paralegal Certificate or a Bachelor’s degree, at least 5 years of experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Compensation is $30.00–$40.00 per hour for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Understanding of legal language, research methods, and pleadings.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and professionals to discuss cases.
• Drafts legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and interrogatories.
• Researches statutes, regulations, and cases; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses; summarizes statements.
• Prepares and manages case files, exhibits, and other materials.
• Assists with trial preparation and attends hearings.
• Maintains records of billable hours by case.
• Prepares discovery requests and responses.
• Supports general counsel on special projects.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Discretion

Microsoft Office

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Paralegal

Department: Legal Support

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Glendale

Compensation: $30.00 - $40.00 / hour

Description

The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including, but not limited to, document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, fact checking; discovery responses; deposition prep and notices; reservation of travel; expense reporting; preparation and filing of legal documents; and trial preparation. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.

*The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Key Responsibilities

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Organizes, enters and cross-references documents in a computerized database.
• Prepares discovery requests and responses.
• Assists general counsel organizing and carrying out special projects as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Paralegal Certificate
• Minimum 5 years experience (preferred)

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Opportunity for Performance Based Discretionary Bonus & Merit Increases