We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support to attorneys. The ideal candidate should have strong legal research, document preparation, case management, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with legal research and case preparation.
- Draft, review, and organize legal documents, contracts, pleadings, notices, and correspondence.
- Maintain and manage case files, legal records, and documentation.
- Review documents and identify relevant information, discrepancies, and missing details.
- Assist with filing legal documents with courts and government agencies.
- Prepare case summaries, timelines, exhibits, and other supporting materials.
- Coordinate with clients, attorneys, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties.
- Track case deadlines, hearings, appointments, and important dates.
- Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, trials, and meetings.
- Conduct legal research using online legal databases and other resources.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client and case information.
- Perform general administrative and clerical duties as required.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree or relevant Paralegal certification preferred.
- 2–5 years of experience in a paralegal or legal support role.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology and documentation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience with legal case-management or document-management software is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with attorneys and legal teams.