Paralegal Intern

Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal Intern to join our dynamic legal team. This paid internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a diverse range of legal practice areas, including estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, family law, securities law, tribal law, patent law, and more. As a Paralegal Intern, you will support attorneys with research, document review, case management, and administrative tasks while developing your legal skills in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for aspiring legal professionals eager to build a comprehensive understanding of the legal field and contribute meaningfully to ongoing cases and projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other research tools to support case preparation across various practice areas
• Conduct document review and manage case files using document management systems such as iManage and PCLaw
• Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents including contracts, pleadings, memos, and correspondence with precision and clarity
• Support attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, and client meetings through organization and logistical coordination
• Maintain accurate data entry and filing of case documents while ensuring compliance with firm policies
• Support project management initiatives by tracking deadlines, scheduling meetings, and organizing legal files
• Perform administrative duties such as answering phones with professional etiquette, managing calendars, and supporting overall office operations

Skills

• Strong knowledge of various legal practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, immigration law, family law, securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, workers' compensation law, personal injury law, landlord-tenant law, and litigation procedures
• Proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis; familiarity with iManage and PCLaw is a plus
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft clear legal documents; strong proofreading and transcription abilities are essential
• Effective organizational skills to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
• Experience with document review processes and case management systems for efficient workflow support
• Ability to perform data entry accurately while managing large volumes of information
• Strong clerical experience including filing, document management system use, phone etiquette, and administrative support tasks
• Project management skills to coordinate tasks efficiently within deadlines; experience supporting litigation or regulatory projects is advantageous
• Exceptional research skills combined with the ability to analyze complex legal issues across diverse practice areas

This paid internship provides an enriching environment for aspiring paralegals seeking practical experience in a professional setting. Join us to develop your legal expertise while contributing to meaningful work that supports our clients’ needs!

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person