Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated, professional paralegal to join our litigation team. A successful candidate must have 2-5 years of prior law firm experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role, two years of which should be in the litigation practice area. Experience in dealing with complex discovery issues and managing large discovery projects as well as trial preparation in state and/or federal court preferred.

Our attorneys work closely with our paralegals to create a dynamic problem-solving team. Paralegals have an opportunity to apply their personal skill set while gaining hands-on knowledge of case facts and strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Communicate with clients;

• Schedule and maintain appointment calendars;

• Schedule and arrange meetings including travel arrangements,

• Produce information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing;

• Organize documents;

• Organize electronic communication;

• Forecast attorney demands, responsibilities, and work-flow involving multiple on-going cases

Skills and Requirements:

• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills;

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;

• High level of professionalism, responsibility, and confidentiality;

• Type 65 wpm;

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to manage a high volume of email communication

• Ability to handle multiple interruptions throughout the day and reprioritize

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in ProLaw legal management software
• Experience in Eclipse SE discovery management software
• Experience working alongside multiple attorneys

Compensation will be based on experience. We offer excellent health and retirement benefits. EOE. If you are an experienced legal assistant/paralegal and want to join a team who highly values clients and promotes excellent client care, encourages professional growth and a strong work ethic within a collaborative environment, please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. All inquiries will remain confidential. Visit our firm at www.ghrlawyers.com

Company Description

For over 90 years, Garrett Hemann Robertson P.C. has been dedicated to serving public and private entities, professionals and families statewide. Our client service teams specialize in advising public entities and businesses on employment issues, business transactions, and real estate matters; navigating families through domestic relations and estate planning challenges; defending doctors, lawyers and other professionals; and representing clients in court.