Paralegal - Research-Driven Support with Excellent Benefits

Jimmy Jazz; Portage (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Easton Motors in Portage, WI seeks a Paralegal to assist outside counsel and the legal supervisor by providing clerical and research support, including document preparation and review.

The role involves drafting routine pleadings, analyzing statutes and court decisions, organizing case files, assisting with trial preparation, and maintaining time records. A 2-year degree in paralegal studies is required, with 1–2 years of experience preferred and a paralegal certificate.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required.
• Paralegal certificate required.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings, 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

Legal research

Document drafting

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Confidentiality

MS Office

Legal analysis

Education

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal research databases

Case management software

Job description

Easton Motors in Portage, WI seeks a Paralegal to assist outside counsel and the legal supervisor by providing clerical and research support, including document preparation and review.

The role involves drafting routine pleadings, analyzing statutes and court decisions, organizing case files, assisting with trial preparation, and maintaining time records. A 2-year degree in paralegal studies is required, with 1–2 years of experience preferred and a paralegal certificate.