General Overview
Werner Law PC is a full-service family law litigation firm that serves the greater Truckee/Tahoe area. Werner Law PC is seeking a full-time Paralegal to support our firm’s mission of providing expert legal services to clients with professionalism, compassion, and expertise. Your role will be vital in supporting our firm’s attorneys with litigation, document preparation, and other administrative operations.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with drafting litigation pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
- Provide administrative support by coordinating meetings, adjusting attorney calendars, and conducting basic communication with both clients and opposing counsel.
- Conduct research projects on relevant laws, regulations, and court rules as needed.
- Help manage and maintain client profiles, case information, and client communication through the firm’s case management system.
- Preform additional duties and projects as assigned.
Necessary Qualifications
- Strong proficiency in legal research and legal writing. Must be able to provide a competent and complete writing sample which exemplifies the candidate’s proficiency.
- Strong understanding in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Excellent professionalism and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least one (1) year of prior experience as a paralegal and at least one (1) year of additional experience as a legal assistant, receptionist, and/or in a customer service focused setting.
Desired Skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Kind and compassionate customer service
- Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office
- Robust and thorough proof-reading skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Accuracy in maintaining deadlines
- Comfortable with high volumes of information in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team
Benefits
Werner Law PC offers an excellent benefits package which includes:
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health/medical/prescription drug insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
Pay: $27.00 - $35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
