Our expanding law practice is looking for a paralegal with strong knowledge of all aspects of Family Law who can hit the ground running as we build our perfect team. You will be a member of a dynamic and developing team. Applicants must be experienced, well-organized professionals who can work alone and with minimal supervision. Because this is a full-time position, you must work 40 hours weekly in the office. Compensation is negotiable based on experience, Characteristics: • Detail-oriented to keep track of key dates and avoid costly mistakes • Self-starter with the ability to independently seek out new projects • Team-oriented with the necessary flexibility of a growing law firm • Excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks, so we never miss a deadline Responsibilities: • Analyze and maintain an organizational system for discovery and records • Speak with clients to provide quality service, answer basic procedural inquiries about their case, and obtain information about their legal difficulties • Prepare legal documents, correspondence, affidavits, and pleadings such as complaints, interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, pretrial orders, and legal briefs under the supervision of a lawyer • Maintain case files and additional relevant information in a nicely organized and easily accessible manner • Track and calculate progress on all deliverables to meet deadlines Qualifications: • Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills and time-management skills • Knowledge of standard office administration software such as the internet, email, word processing, case management, time and billing, legal research, and document management is required • To be considered for this position, you must agree to participate in a 20-question written interview that examines your knowledge, abilities, qualifications, habits, and behaviors (including attention to detail, communication skills, and technical legal knowledge) • Paralegal experience working closely with attorneys and clients on [[types of cases]] • Familiarity using standard office equipment such as a scanner, copier, and printer If the following statements appeal to you, then you may be our Paralegal: • You believe in putting the client FIRST. • You understand the concept of billable hours in a law firm. • You not only meet set goals but EXCEED them. • You have personal core values. • You are efficient. • You are innovative. • You are motivated. • You are a leader. • You pay attention to detail. • You take pride in your work product. • You love using your skills to help people find freedom and peace from situations that no longer serve them. • Your communication skills are stellar. • You value integrity, effectiveness, kindness, communication, and money. • You enjoy a collaborative office environment where each Team member is valued and encouraged to contribute. • You are flexible and comfortable with change. • You are prepared to learn from senior attorneys to meet client needs and grow the client base. Compensation: $40,000 - $75,000 yearly
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