Sussman Law Firm, PLLC is located in Charlotte, North Carolina, and offers legal services primarily in the areas of family and immigration law. However, we also handle a variety of other issues. We are not your typical law firm. We are poised for aggressive growth, and we are looking for a Bilingual Paralegal who can hit the ground running. Our Culture Sussman Law Firm, PLLC’s mission is to provide a work environment where employees feel empowered to make a difference in the lives of many, each and every day. At Sussman Law Firm, PLLC, we acknowledge and value our differences as well as our combined strengths. We want all employees, regardless of their education or background, to feel valued, as well as respected personally and professionally. We cultivate a working environment that inspires new ideas and encourages highly motivated individuals. Our vision for growth is clear and our passion for helping others is strong. If you are hired, you will be part of a wonderful team of people who work hard to get the job done right the first time and take pride in the work that they do. You will be part of a team that is rewarded for their hard work. Is this going to be an easy job? No. It might be the biggest challenge of your life. However, it is our belief that anything really great is worth working hard for and that our greatest growth comes from our biggest challenges. You will be challenged as a Bilingual Paralegal, but you will grow, create new experiences, and have fun along the way. More importantly, you will find great joy in helping our clients find solutions in the areas of their lives that matter most! Responsibilities: The Job We are looking for a hardworking, detail-oriented individual to be our next Paralegal. What would a paralegal do? • Paralegals are integral members of our firm who are responsible for ensuring our clients receive the best legal service possible • Paralegals deal with clients regularly and engage in case management • The Paralegal’s primary goal is to provide attorney support by assisting with legal research; drafting pleadings, correspondence, and other documents; as well as maintaining client files • The Paralegal communicates with opposing counsel, the court system, and other administrative agencies • The Paralegal manages the attorney calendar to ensure all appearances are prepared for, and deadlines are met Qualifications: The Essentials • Being fluent in English and Spanish is preferred • You must have a High School Diploma • You must be a North Carolina Certified Paralegal or have a degree/coursework in paralegal studies. Five (5) years of experience of working in a law firm in a Legal Assistant/Paralegal role or having a JD degree can be substituted for the certification or degree • College or university credits are preferred • Two (2) years of experience working in a law firm. A college degree can be substituted for one (1) year of law firm experience • You must be a positive and uplifting person. If you see the glass as being half full, you are the type of person we are looking for • You must be competent and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Word, at a minimum. If you are familiar with Practice Panther, Basecamp, or Lawmatics, that is a plus • You must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task • You must be willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right the first time • You must be a team player. We are strong believers in the team approach, and our office is a team environment • You must be able to talk to people in a manner that is polite, educated, and puts them at ease • You must be compassionate If you have gotten this far and are thinking about applying, it means you are ready for a challenge and want to be part of a team where your hard work and efforts are recognized, appreciated, and rewarded.

• The Job We are looking for a hardworking, detail-oriented individual to be our next Paralegal. What would a paralegal do?  • Paralegals are integral members of our firm who are responsible for ensuring our clients receive the best legal service possible • Paralegals deal with clients regularly and engage in case management • The Paralegal’s primary goal is to provide attorney support by assisting with legal research; drafting pleadings, correspondence, and other documents; as well as maintaining client files • The Paralegal communicates with opposing counsel, the court system, and other administrative agencies • The Paralegal manages the attorney calendar to ensure all appearances are prepared for, and deadlines are met