Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support across a wide range of legal areas, ensuring smooth case management and efficient office operations. Your expertise will help facilitate legal research, document preparation, client communication, and administrative tasks, all while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to complex legal matters and grow your career within a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research across diverse practice areas including estate planning, environmental law, family law, securities law, tribal law, patent law, and more using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools.
• Assist in drafting legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
• Manage case files and document review processes utilizing document management systems like iManage and PCLaw to ensure accurate record-keeping and easy retrieval.
• Support attorneys with litigation preparation by organizing case materials, reviewing documents for procedural compliance, and assisting with civil litigation support activities.
• Handle client communication professionally via phone and written correspondence; schedule meetings and interviews; maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Perform administrative duties including data entry, filing, proofreading, transcription, and maintaining organized electronic and physical files.
• Coordinate project management tasks related to ongoing legal matters such as estate planning or project-specific legal initiatives.
• Support the team with procedural law knowledge application and ensure adherence to firm policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Proven paralegal experience or legal support experience in a fast-paced law office environment.
• Strong knowledge of various practice areas including corporate law, and commercial litigation.
• Excellent research skills utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research platforms; ability to synthesize complex information clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Word processing, document review software (iManage), and case management systems (PCLaw).
• Familiarity with procedural law requirements for different jurisdictions; ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail; ability to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.
• Effective communication skills—both written and verbal—and professional phone etiquette.
• Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines independently while supporting team objectives.
• Knowledge of legal drafting techniques combined with strong proofreading and editing skills.

Join us if you’re eager to leverage your legal support talents in a vibrant environment that values initiative and precision! This paid position offers a chance to develop your expertise across multiple practice areas while contributing meaningfully to our clients’ success.

Pay: From $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person