Experienced Paralegal
Established local practice with over 40 years of practice is looking to hire an experienced Paralegal for Criminal Defense and Traffic Violations.
Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal (Criminal Defense and/or Traffic) to support our legal team. You will work closely with our attorneys from the beginning of a case through the end, including if it goes to trial. Candidates should have extensive experience with document review, trial preparation, handling discovery, drafting legal documents, and managing case paperwork. You also need to have excellent research skills, be able to multi-task several assignments under deadlines, and be proficient in Microsoft Word and ACIS.
Benefits: Health & Life Insurance Sick and PTO days after 6 months & Paid Holidays Paralegal
Duties and Responsibilities: Work with existing and potential new clients with a focus on client services. Create reports, court dockets and documents for lawyers based on case specifications and requests. Help lawyers prepare legal motions, and other case filings. Develop and follow a case file indexing system that can be used as an active archive for all ongoing and completed cases. Monitor changes to court dates, laws, guidelines, or regulations; submit reports on pertinent changes in legislation. Utilize existing files and a variety of other legal research resources to develop information for pending cases Preferred.
Paralegal Qualifications: Degree in paralegal studies or prior experience as a paralegal National certification, such as those offered by NALA or AACP, is a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Client Database Software. Excellent communication and organization skills. Sales or Customer Service experience a plus.
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