Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. We are a small, client-focused employment law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal services in a collaborative and professional environment. Our practice focuses on representing employees and/or employers in a range of workplace matters.

Your energetic approach and strong organizational skills will help streamline case management, conduct legal research, prepare documents, and assist attorneys in delivering exceptional legal services. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise while contributing to impactful legal work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research using tools such as Westlaw to support case preparation and legal analysis.
• Draft, review, and proofread legal documents including contracts, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
• Manage legal case files.
• Support litigation processes by reviewing documents for relevance and accuracy, maintaining case calendars, and coordinating discovery efforts.
• Perform administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, managing phone etiquette, and providing executive administrative support to attorneys.
• Conduct thorough document review and proofreading to ensure compliance with legal standards, local rules, and accuracy before submission.

Requirements

• Paralegal or legal assistant experience in a fast-paced law office environment.
• Familiarity with case management.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Demonstrated experience in legal drafting, proofreading, transcription, and document review.
• Proficiency in data entry and document management systems with attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills with professional phone etiquette.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Strong research skills coupled with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly. Join us if you’re passionate about supporting impactful legal work through meticulous organization and proactive research! This paid role is perfect for aspiring paralegals or legal assistants eager to grow their expertise across diverse practice areas while contributing to meaningful cases in a vibrant team setting.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person