Legal Case Manager/Civil Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant

We are looking for a self motivated Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness
• Handle communication with clients, witnesses, etc.
• Administratively support and attend trials
• Prepare case memorandums and assist in depositions, interrogatories, and testimony
• Litigation document drafting of motions, pleadings, and other legal documents
• Conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research
• Locate and develop case relevant information
• Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence
• Answer and direct phone calls
• Maintain contact lists
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars

Skills

• Proven working experience as legal assistant or legal secretary
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in English
• Working knowledge of case management software
• Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure
• College Degree or Legal Education preferred but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person