Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Legal Assistant/Paralegal Type:

Full Time Compensation: Negotiable commensurate with experience. The Paralegal/Legal Assistant - position supports attorneys in litigation and transactional matters.

This position involves working under the direction of attorneys, with limited supervision, to assist in all aspects of litigation and transactional matters in a General Practice firm. It requires strong communication skills (both in person and in writing), excellent organizational skills, and the ability to learn and use various software and technology platforms. It also requires the ability to multitask under pressure.

Duties include but are not limited to: Filing documents in state and federal court. Managing case dockets and calendar deadlines.

Maintaining and organizing case and client files. Assisting with deposition preparation, scheduling, and logistics. Preparing litigation filings, including motions, affidavits, and declarations.

Preparing discovery requests and responses and assisting with document intake and review. Working with outside consultants and experts. Communicating with clients and other counsel in person and in writing.

Assisting with trial and arbitration preparation, support, and logistics. Qualifications: 2 years of relevant experience working in a law firm. Proficient in Word and Excel.

Excellent proofreading skills. Highly organized and detail-oriented. Desire to be an important team member of a growing team.

Proactive and able to take ownership of work product. Flexibility and adaptability in assisting with various areas of law. Education: Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, or equivalent related work experience.