Paralegal: Precision in Case Prep & Drafting

Jobtailor; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Overland Park, KS seeks a detailed paralegal to support attorneys with routine duties, document drafting, case management, and trial prep.

You will assist with case preparation, file management, discovery responses, and coordinate with witnesses and experts while tracking billable time and maintaining data integrity.

Ideal candidates hold ABA-certified paralegal certification or a bachelor’s degree; strong MS Office skills and familiarity with medical terminology are a plus.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certification from an ABA-Certified program is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience accepted.
• Advanced writing and grammar skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine paralegal and legal administrative duties for assigned attorneys.
• Assist with legal case preparation and file management.
• Conduct preliminary legal research.
• Draft and compile routine legal documents, discovery responses, affidavits, pleadings, and filings.
• Prepare exhibits and demonstrative evidence.
• Coordinate requests among parties involved in litigation.
• Subpoena records.
• Assist attorneys at trial as needed.
• Capture and record billable time according to policies and procedures.
• Review incoming mail, determine urgency, and handle correspondence and email with attorneys.
• Liaise with experts and witnesses to schedule and coordinate appearances and depositions and retrieve documentation.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, medical examinations, and court-designated hearings.
• Retain court reporters and interpreters when necessary.
• Maintain attorney calendars, diaries, and tickler dates.
• Review calendars daily and proactively manage upcoming events and filing/service deadlines.
• Input and maintain case information in the case management system and ensure data integrity.

Skills

Paralegal Certification

Legal Document Drafting

Case Management System Proficiency

Legal Research Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal Certification (ABA-Certified)

Tools

Microsoft Office

PDF Software

Case Management Software

Job description

Jobtailor in Overland Park, KS seeks a detailed paralegal to support attorneys with routine duties, document drafting, case management, and trial prep.

You will assist with case preparation, file management, discovery responses, and coordinate with witnesses and experts while tracking billable time and maintaining data integrity.

Ideal candidates hold ABA-certified paralegal certification or a bachelor’s degree; strong MS Office skills and familiarity with medical terminology are a plus.