Shaheen and Gordon, P.A. is looking for an experienced paralegal to support the Business Law practice in its Keene, NH office. The ideal candidate is a professional with a minimum of 3+ years of experience, a desire to further their career in the legal field, with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. This position will include support for attorneys in other areas of practice, and the opportunity to learn and work in other areas of practice such as family law and estate planning.
At Shaheen and Gordon, we live our brand: It’s different here. We’re not a typical law firm. We take our work very seriously but also take the time to enjoy it. We care about our clients. We invest in our communities. We know that our employees make all the difference, and we treat them accordingly. We’re excited to welcome the right candidate to our team to fill this role.
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Opening and closing client files
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Coordinate conflict checks, prepare engagement letters, setting up and organizing client files in paper form and electronic format
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Assist attorneys in preparing and organizing legal documents and correspondence
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Ability to work collaboratively with other paralegals, legal assistants, and attorneys
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Maintain accurate and updated case files electronically and paper, including filing and indexing
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Meticulous attention to detail
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Communicate directly with clients, witnesses and other legal professionals
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Manage calendars, deadlines and case timelines
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Perform other functions as requested or needed or assigned
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Coordinate and process commercial real estate and business transactions.
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3+ years’ experience as a paralegal in a law firm environment is preferred.
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Applicable knowledge of business and commercial transactions, or comparable experience in other areas of practice (motions, discovery, scheduling, deadlines, court rules and procedures in New Hampshire)
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Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and client needs in a fastpaced environment
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Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Teamoriented attitude with a passion for the production of highquality legal work for clients
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Proficiency in standard computer software, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel
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Experience with Filevine is preferred but not required
Shaheen and Gordon is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws in all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, compensation, termination, and layoff.
Shaheen & Gordon presents a pleasant, supportive, challenging, non-smoking work environment. Salary commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible spending account, and 401(k) plan employer contribution.
No phone calls or agencies please.
EOE.
It’s different here. Shaheen & Gordon is a full-service law firm with a commitment to excellence and a focus on community. A fixture of the New Hampshire legal community for over 40 years, the firm has expanded across Northern New England and all the way to Hawaii. We’re proud to offer our clients personalized service that’s backed by the combined experience of our large legal team. Since 1981, we’ve grown to become a firm of 60+ experienced attorneys, but we’ve never stopped offering our clients the individual attention that’s allowed us–and them–to succeed. Shaheen & Gordon is welcoming energetic, detail-orientated individuals who want to further their career in the legal field. We offer benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care account (DCA), vacation, sick and bereavement leave, and 401(k) with Employer Contribution.
