Job Description

Job Description

PROBATE LEGAL ASSISTANT – IMMEDIATE NEED!

DIRECT HIRE – ONSITE – NORTH DALLAS $ 60-65k

GROWTH OPPORTUNITY!

Job Summary:

Imprimis Group has partnered with a N. Dallas Law Firm specializing in probate, estate planning and real estate to find a legal assistant with experience in one or all these areas. This individual will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.

Perks:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and LTD
• Paid covered parking, private office

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects
• Drafts legal documents including interrogatories, files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys
• Interviews with clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficient use of Hummingbird eDocs, ProDocs, eFiling, PACER, Westlaw and other online research sites required. Knowledge of additional computer software programs a plus (Excel, Trial Director, DISCO, Sanctions, Summation, PowerPoint, Coyote)
• Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask and prioritize (time management), thorough knowledge of Texas Rules of Civil Procedure and legal calendaring also required

Education and Experience:

• 7 plus years of current paralegal experience preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies or related field highly preferred

Send qualified resumes to recruiting@imprimis.com

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Company Description

Imprimis Group is a full-service professional staffing firm that cultivates deep knowledge of our client partners and candidates. We provide flexible and permanent staffing solutions to hiring organizations, as well as career management and placement assistance to job seekers.

Company Description

Imprimis Group is a full-service professional staffing firm that cultivates deep knowledge of our client partners and candidates. We provide flexible and permanent staffing solutions to hiring organizations, as well as career management and placement assistance to job seekers.