Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Position Overview: Black & Wadhams, a well-established law firm in Las Vegas, is seeking a full-time Legal Assistant/ Paralegal to join our team. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who excels in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will assist attorneys with a variety of tasks, including case management, document preparation, client communications, and court filings.

Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys with case management, including maintaining files and tracking deadlines.

Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.

Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, court filings, and contracts.

File legal documents with State and Federal courts (both electronically and in person when needed).

Assist in preparing discovery responses, exhibits, and trial materials.

Communicate professionally and promptly with clients, courts, and third parties.

Coordinate with court clerks, opposing counsel, clients, and vendors as needed.

Open, organize, and maintain case files and documentation

Maintain organized case files, both electronically and in hard copy.

Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, meetings, depositions, and deadlines.

Perform other clerical duties such as scanning, copying, mailing, and docketing.

Perform data entry and document management within the firm's case management system.

Perform other administrative duties as assigned to support the attorneys and office operations.

Qualifications:

2+ years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant (law firm experience preferred).

Strong knowledge of court filing procedures (State and Federal).

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal case management systems.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Knowledge of Nevada legal procedures and terminology preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Health, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) plan with employer contribution.

Paid time off and holidays.

Opportunities for professional development and growth.