Paralegal Specialist

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Paralegal Specialist to support its legal team in a hybrid setting. You will assist with litigation, corporate filings, contract administration, and broad document management, working closely with attorneys to ensure quality legal services.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of paralegal experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills, with proficiency in legal software and document management systems.

Qualifications

• Paralegal qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of paralegal experience in corporate or litigation.
• Proficiency in legal software and document management systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and file legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring up-to-date documentation.
• Conduct legal research and fact-finding to assist attorneys.
• Manage discovery processes, including collection, review, and production.
• Schedule proceedings and client meetings; maintain calendars for attorneys.
• Assist with corporate secretarial duties, including statutory registers.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal research

Document management

Calendaring

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Paralegal Specialist to support their legal team in Welkom . This role is integral to the efficient functioning of the legal department, involving a wide range of responsibilities from document management to assisting with case preparation. You will work closely with attorneys, providing critical support in areas such as litigation, corporate filings, and contract administration. The ideal candidate possesses strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of legal procedures, contributing to the delivery of high-quality legal services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and file legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Organize and maintain legal files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Conduct legal research and fact-finding to assist attorneys with case preparation.
• Manage discovery processes, including document collection, review, and production.
• Schedule legal proceedings, client meetings, and maintain calendars for attorneys.
• Assist with corporate secretarial duties, including maintaining statutory registers.

Requirements

• Relevant paralegal qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience working as a paralegal, preferably in a corporate or litigation environment.
• Proficiency in legal software and document management systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and a meticulous approach to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for reviews.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and training.
• Flexible working arrangements as part of a hybrid model.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.