Legal Assistant

Key responsibilities

• Document management: Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• Case management: Organize and maintain case files, legal records, and trial exhibits.
• Scheduling: Manage calendars, schedule appointments, depositions, and court dates.
• Client communication: Handle communication with clients, courts, and other parties, ensuring information is relayed and organized efficiently.
• Research: Conduct legal and background research to gather information for cases.
• Trial support: Assist attorneys with trial preparation, which may include organizing exhibits and preparing case materials.
• Administrative support: Perform general office duties such as managing calls, emails, and billing entry.

Required skills and qualifications

• Education: A high school diploma is required, and an associate's degree or certificate in paralegal studies is often preferred. Some roles may require a bachelor's degree.
• Technical proficiency: Proficient with Microsoft Office and familiar with legal-specific software like Westlaw or LexisNexis.
• Organizational skills: Meticulous attention to detail and strong ability to organize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for interacting with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
• Knowledge: Understanding of legal terminology, processes, and procedures.
• Other skills: Ability to work under pressure, strong research and analytical abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person