Secretary/Paralegal

<Overview>
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Secretary/Paralegal to join our legal team. This vital role combines administrative excellence with legal support, ensuring the smooth operation of our law office and assisting attorneys across a diverse range of practice areas. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and possess a strong foundation in legal procedures and document management. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal career while contributing to impactful cases and projects.

<Responsibilities>

• Provide comprehensive executive administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, appointment scheduling, and correspondence handling.
• Conduct thorough legal research across various practice areas such as estate planning, environmental law, family law, securities law, and tribal regulations using LexisNexis, Westlaw, and other legal research tools.
• Draft, review, proofread, and edit legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
• Manage case files using document management systems like iManage and PCLaw; ensure all records are accurate, organized, and up-to-date.
• Assist with client interviews and intake processes; gather relevant information for case preparation while maintaining confidentiality.
• Support litigation activities by reviewing documents, managing case deadlines, and coordinating with external vendors or experts.
• Perform data entry tasks related to case management systems; ensure all information is accurately recorded and easily retrievable.

<Qualifications>

• Proven paralegal experience or equivalent legal administrative experience in a law office setting.
• Strong knowledge of legal areas including estate planning, environmental law, family law, securities law, UCC law (Uniform Commercial Code), workers' compensation law, personal injury law, patent law, landlord-tenant law, immigration law, tribal law & regulations.
• Familiarity with legal research platforms such as LexisNexis and Westlaw; ability to conduct detailed legal research efficiently.
• Experience with legal case management software like iManage or PCLaw; adept at document review and management systems.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; keen proofreading abilities.
• Strong interviewing skills to gather pertinent client information accurately.
• Proficiency in transcription and document review processes; attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality work standards.
• Professional phone etiquette combined with excellent organizational skills to support seamless office operations. Join us if you’re eager to leverage your legal knowledge in a supportive environment that values initiative and precision! This position is paid and designed for motivated individuals ready to grow their career in a vibrant law office setting.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person