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Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Attorneyunmatched
Calendar Managementunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Documentation Standardsunmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Estate Planningunmatched
Family Lawunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Legalunmatched
Legal Documentsunmatched
Legal Researchunmatched
Legal Standardsunmatched
Legal Support Skillsunmatched
Mail Processingunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Paralegalunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Research Skillsunmatched
Retirement Planunmatched
Telephone Skillsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
We are a growing family law and estate planning firm in need of a reliable and self-motivated paralegal. The individual will work directly with our attorneys, performing a variety of complex legal and administrative support duties. The ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, capable of working with limited supervision and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Maintains and organizes physical and electronic client files
Prepares, reviews, and edits legal correspondence and standard legal documents
Files legal documents with the courts and other agencies as required
Manages attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, deadlines, and court dates
Assists in coordinating discovery, including calendaring and document preparation
Conducts basic legal research and gathers relevant case information
Communicates professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
Reviews and distributes incoming mail; screens telephone calls for attorneys
Greets clients and visitors in a professional and welcoming manner
Provides general administrative support to attorneys and staff as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
Experience: One to two years of full-time experience as a legal assistant, preferably in family law or estate planning
Knowledge of general office practices and legal terminology
Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, ProDoc, and E-filing systems preferred
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in family law and/or estate planning
Familiarity with court filing procedures and local rules