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The paralegal/legal assistant will be a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive member of the team. A successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the attorney with case preparation, client communication, and administrative tasks. This position requires excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities and Job Duties:

• Case Management:
  • Assist with preparing, organizing, and maintaining case files
  • Conduct legal research and compile case law relevant to ongoing cases
  • Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motion, subpoenas, contracts, and agreements
  • Review and summarize case files and documents
• Client Interaction:
  • Serve as a point of contact for clients, ensuring excellent client service
  • Schedule client meetings, maintain calendars, and manage correspondence
  • Provide updates to clients regarding case progress under attorney supervision
• Administrative Support:
  • Coordinate attorney schedules, court filings, and deadlines
  • File documents with local courts using e-filing systems
  • Organize and manage discovery documents, exhibits, and trial materials
  • Handle administrative duties such as answering phones, data entry, and document management
• Legal Research and Writing:
  • Research statutes, case law, and other legal precedents
  • Draft case summaries, correspondence, and internal memos
  • Prepare exhibits, evidence, and documents for depositions, hearings, and trials
• Compliance and Confidentiality:
  • Ensure compliance with legal procedures and court requirements
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of client information and firm operations