Intake Specialist/paralegal

Job Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Intake Specialist to join our legal team Part time at first but Full time needed for two weeks in May and full time during the fall. In this vital role, you will serve as the first point of contact for clients, and potential clients, ensuring a smooth and efficient intake process. Your meticulous attention to detail will help gather essential information, and facilitate effective communication across departments. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced law office environment where your organizational skills and legal research expertise will make a meaningful impact.

Duties

• Conduct initial client interviews via phone or in-person to gather comprehensive case information across various legal practice areas including elder financial abuse and consumer fraud.
• assist with proofreading and transcription tasks.
• Coordinate with attorneys on case status updates, document review processes, and research assignments utilizing Westlaw and LexisNexis for legal research.
• Support project management efforts by organizing files, tracking deadlines, and maintaining compliance with tribal regulations or UCC law where applicable.
• Facilitate communication by answering phones with professional etiquette, scheduling appointments, and providing administrative support for litigation or administrative proceedings.
• Assist with document review and drafting of legal correspondence while ensuring proper proofreading and editing standards are met.
• Support the legal team by performing clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, scanning documents, and managing incoming/outgoing mail.

Experience
Candidates should possess prior experience in a legal administrative or paralegal role within a law office setting. Experience with outlook and microsoft word is highly desirable. A strong background in conducting legal research using Westlaw or LexisNexis will be beneficial. Candidates must demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills combined with organizational prowess to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Join us if you’re ready to bring your energetic attitude and detailed-oriented mindset into a role that supports impactful legal work!

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person