Paralegal

Easton Motors; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Vacation plan

401K match

Performance bonus

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Easton Motors in Milwaukee seeks a Paralegal to assist outside legal counsel and the legal supervisor by providing clerical and research support, including document preparation and review. Responsibilities include drafting routine pleadings and motions, analyzing statutes, organizing case files, and assisting with trial preparation.

Strong communication and confidentiality are essential. Aparalegal certificate and 1–2 years experience preferred; associate degree also acceptable with related

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes.
• 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 and other related software.

Responsibilities

• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings, and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to legal team.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assists legal team with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding hours spent on specific cases
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Legal knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field

Job description

BENEFIT SUMMARY

• Industry leading health, dental, and vision insurance
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• Structured vacation program
• Competitive 401K match
• Position specific bonus structures
• Flexible work schedules

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to arrest or conviction records, race, religion, color, sex, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, service in armed forces, sexual orientation, genetic testing results, honesty testing, disability, the use of lawful products during non-working hours, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state and local laws.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday

POSITION SUMMARY

The Paralegal will assist outside legal counsel and legal supervisor by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review.

POSITION TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings, and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures
• Analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to legal team
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items
• Assists legal team with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings
• Develops and maintains records regarding hours spent on specific cases
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education:

• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required - equivalent work experience will be considered in leu of degree.

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 and other related software

Experience:

• 1-2 years of relevant experience strongly preferred

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Paralegal certificate required