Paralegal

Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. This vital role offers the opportunity to support a wide range of legal practices in immigration and personal injury. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, exceptional research abilities, and a passion for delivering high-quality legal administrative support. This paid position is designed to empower you to develop your legal expertise while contributing to impactful casework and client service.

Duties

• Assist attorneys with case preparation by conducting legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools.
• Draft, review, and proofread legal documents including contracts, pleadings, discovery responses, and correspondence with meticulous attention to detail.
• Conduct interviews with clients, witnesses, and experts to gather pertinent information for ongoing cases.
• Support litigation processes by reviewing case files, preparing exhibits, and maintaining case calendars.
• Handle data entry and filing tasks efficiently within law office systems while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Provide administrative support such as scheduling appointments, managing phone etiquette, and coordinating meetings for attorneys and clients.

Requirements

• Proven paralegal experience or relevant legal administrative experience in a law office setting.
• Strong knowledge of various practice areas including immigration law, and personal injury.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.
• Exceptional writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Ability to perform thorough proofreading and transcription accurately under tight deadlines.
• Strong interviewing skills to gather detailed information from clients and witnesses.
• Knowledge of legal procedures related to contracts, filings, document review, and data entry processes.
• Effective communication skills paired with professional phone etiquette. Join us in a role that challenges you to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact through your expertise! We value dedicated individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to support diverse legal practices across our firm. This paid opportunity offers comprehensive training and the chance to develop specialized skills in multiple areas of law perfect for aspiring paralegals committed to excellence in the legal field.

Work Location: In person