LEGAL ASSISTANT/PARALEGAL
Dankesreiter & Emmet, LLP is seeking a Paralegal/Legal Assistant in the areas of civil litigation and family law. The position is for a full-time employee to work in our office. The role requires a polished demeanor, initiative to independently monitor deadlines and upcoming tasks, and the ability to multitask. This position will be in control of and responsible for processes and results.
The paralegal will assist attorneys with drafting and proofreading legal documents, gathering information and documents, communicating with clients, and overall case management. The role includes filing pleadings through efile systems, preparing for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials by organization of pleadings and exhibits.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal Responsibilities:
- Manage a case load of cases including meeting legal deadlines.
- Communicate with clients, the court, and opposing parties.
- Create initial drafts of pleadings, discovery, and correspondence.
- Organizing and maintaining documents in an electronic filing system.
Desired Skills & Experience:
- Exceptional grammar and writing skills.
- Proficiency with client interaction by telephone, e-mail, and in-person.
- Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented.
- Capable of multi-tasking and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to execute against various work-streams simultaneously.
- Driven and goal-oriented with a desire to learn and grow.
- Optimism and a sense of humor.
Job Requirements:
- Superior time management, multi-tasking, and critical thinking abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and legal billing software.
- Technologically savvy and able to learn new programs quickly.
- Ability to maintain schedules and adhere to deadlines.
- Ability to juggle tasks and be flexible as work demands vary.
- Ability to prioritize and manage shifting responsibilities.
- Able to make quick decisions, solve problems, and maintain confidentiality.
- Past experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal is preferred.
Working Conditions:
Professional business casual office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How long were you employed at your last job?
- Have you ever been convicted of a crime?
- Are you now or have you ever been a party to litigation?
- Are you aware of any reason that you will need to take days off work in the near future? For example, a pre-planned vacation or any upcoming family issue.
- Do you have any commitments that could prevent you from being in the office at least 8:30 am to 5:00 pm during the work week?
Experience:
- Paralegal: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
