Paralegal Legal Assistant - Litigation (Defense) Hybrid

Become a valued team member in one of Arkansas' largest, premier law firms. Responsibilities, primarily related to discovery, include:

• Request medical and other pertinent records
• Review, research and investigate records
• Organize and summarize documents, conducting Bates-stamping and preparing indices and chronologies
• May draft discovery responses
• Organize exhibits, files and other supporting documents
• Prepare for and attend trials
• Coordinate deadlines and calendars

The ideal candidate will have at least two (2) years’ experience as a litigation paralegal (preferably in defense) and 5 years' experience in the Legal field. Prior experience reviewing and researching medical records and preparing for and attending trial is strongly preferred.

The position requires an individual who has:

• solid organizational skills
• experience prioritizing a heavy workload
• excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• acute attention to detail
• high motivation
• a strong work ethic
• the ability to work independently, prioritize and multi-task
• the desire and ability to learn in a fast-paced environment

The position is full-time, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The individual must also be available to work longer hours and travel, periodically.

The law firm offers a competitive salary (based on experience) and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, cancer insurance, life insurance, short-and long-term disability, and 401(k).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Legal administrative: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rogers, AR 72758 (Required)

Work Location: In person