Legal Assistant/Paralegal

• The Office of Lawyer Disciplinary Counsel is seeking a full-time legal assistant/paralegal to join its team. Duties include: aiding and assisting Disciplinary Counsel in investigating and prosecuting attorney disciplinary matters; organizing and managing case files; drafting correspondence, orders, and pleadings; answering a multi-line telephone system; maintaining database records; communicating with the public, attorneys, and other members of the Court system; operating recording equipment in disciplinary hearings; preparing public file records; maintaining calendars; and assisting on special projects as requested. Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office and have a familiarity with document management database programs. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or a related field, or equivalent law office experience preferred. Salary range is $40,000-$55,000 annually. PEIA health benefits available, which includes vision and dental; state retirement plan; paid leave and State holidays. Please send a cover letter with a resume with three professional references to the following address: Legal Assistant/Paralegal Position, Office of Disciplinary Counsel, West Virginia Judicial Tower, 4700 MacCorkle Avenue SE, Suite 1200, Charleston, West Virginia 25304.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Charleston, WV 25304 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Charleston, WV 25304: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person