Paralegal

Kosmos; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Life Insurance

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible scheduling

Generous PTO plan

Job summary

A growing law firm in Honolulu is seeking an experienced Paralegal to assist attorneys in litigation processes. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing deadlines, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience and excellent communication skills. This role comes with a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as a generous PTO policy.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles and legal terminology.
• In-depth knowledge of government regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support Litigation Attorneys to ensure cases are moved throughout the process.
• Draft pleadings such as Motions, Proposed Orders and Notices of Hearings.
• Monitor Litigation deadlines to ensure compliance.

Skills

Legal research techniques

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Legal management software

Job description

Growing law firm in Honolulu has a need for a Paralegal. This is a direct hire role with a full benefits package

Specific Duties, Activities and Responsibilities

Assisting attorneys in the representation of clients in judicial foreclosure proceedings including, but not limited to, the following duties:

• Support Litigation Attorneys to ensure cases are being moved throughout the process to completion.
• Draft pleadings such as Motions, Proposed Orders and Notices of Hearings.
• Draft all Discovery Responses, including but not limited to Request for Production, Interrogatories and Request for Admission.
• Request documents from clients to finalize Discovery responses.
• Handle Docket Sounding and Depositions.
• Monitor Litigation deadlines to ensure compliance.
• Draft all correspondences to borrowers, Clerks, Judge, Clients, etc.
• Update Client Systems for all Litigation matters.
• Ensure Case Management system is kept updated.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple cases.
• Assist with other duties and special projects as needed

Job Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• At least 1 year experience working as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal
• Paralegal certificate a plus but not required.
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles, legal research techniques and legal terminology.
• In depth knowledge of government regulations.
• Relevant computer knowledge and experience.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills, attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent research, analytical, critical thinking skills.

Benefits

Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)
• Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees