Paralegal - Replacement

Paralegal 
Job Description

Overview:

This role provides legal support to our attorneys by conducting research, drafting documents, organizing case files, and assisting in trial preparation. You will play a vital role in ensuring legal processes run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Conduct legal research and gather relevant case law, statutes, and regulations.
•    Draft and review legal documents for attorney review, such as contracts, pleadings, motions, legal arguments and agreements.
•    Organize and maintain case files, legal correspondence, and evidence.
•    Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including preparing exhibits and witness lists.
•    File legal documents with courts and agencies as required.
•    Communicate with clients, witnesses, and experts to gather information.
•    Summarize depositions, interrogatories, and other legal documents.
•    Ensure compliance with legal procedures, rules, and deadlines.

Qualifications & Skills:
•    Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field (preferred)
•    Paralegal certification (preferred)
•    Strong understanding of legal terminology, research methods, and court procedures.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    Proficiency in legal research databases and document management software.
•    Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with high efficiency.
•    Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
•    Ability to excel in a fast paced law firm, self-starter, in need of little supervision 
•    Prior experience in a personal injury law firm, corporate legal department, or government agency (preferred)

Work Environment:
•    Law firm environment.
•    May involve travel for client meetings, court proceedings, or document retrieval.