Bilingual Paralegal (Creole/French)

Job Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Bilingual Paralegal fluent in Creole and French to join our dynamic legal team. In this role, you will provide essential support across a wide range of legal areas, ensuring smooth case management and effective communication with clients and stakeholders. Your energetic approach and strong organizational skills will help us deliver exceptional legal services while fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise while making a meaningful impact in diverse legal practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with legal research, document review, and drafting of legal documents across multiple practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, family law, and more
• Manage case files using document management systems such as iManage, PCLaw, Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools
• Conduct client interviews in Creole and French to gather relevant information and ensure clear communication
• Support project management efforts by organizing case materials, tracking deadlines, and coordinating meetings
• Prepare and proofread legal correspondence, contracts, pleadings, and reports with precision and attention to detail
• Maintain accurate data entry and filing systems while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards
• Provide administrative support including scheduling appointments, managing phone etiquette, and handling clerical tasks such as transcription and document formatting

Experience

• Proven paralegal experience or equivalent in a law office setting with exposure to diverse practice areas such as securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, workers’ compensation law, personal injury law, landlord-tenant law, or litigation
• Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough legal research using Westlaw or LexisNexis
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple cases simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence in both Creole/French and English
• Familiarity with legal administrative tools like iManage, PCLaw, Document Management Systems (DMS), Data Entry software, and case management platforms
• Effective interviewing skills in Creole/French to facilitate client interactions
• Knowledge of UCC law (Uniform Commercial Code), estate planning procedures, environmental regulations, family law procedures, securities regulations, tribal laws & regulations, patent processes, and other specialized areas is highly desirable
• Ability to proofread documents meticulously while maintaining high standards of accuracy and clarity

Join us if you’re passionate about supporting justice through meticulous legal work combined with vibrant bilingual communication. We value energetic professionals eager to grow their expertise while making a positive difference in our community!

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Atlanta, GA 30326