Paralegal

Job Description

Paralegal Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal to support our legal team. You will work closely with clients from intake through document signing or final order. Candidates must have experience with document drafting and review of trust and probate administration documents, judicial council forms, and managing client files. You need to have excellent people skills and take pride in your work. You must be able to multi-task several assignments. Experience with Essential Forms and Clio a plus. Notary Public license a plus. Spanish a plus.

Paralegal Duties and Responsibilities

Create reports and documents for lawyers based on case specifications and requests

Help lawyers prepare legal arguments, petitions, and other case filings

Develop and follow a case file indexing system that can be used as an active archive for all ongoing and completed cases

Monitor changes to laws, guidelines, or regulations; submit reports on pertinent changes in legislation

Utilize existing files and a variety of other legal research resources to develop information for pending cases

Paralegal Requirements and Qualifications

Associate degree in paralegal studies required; bachelor's degree preferred

National certification, such as those offered by NALA or AACP, is a plus

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Essential Forms and Clio

Excellent communication and organization skills

Full-time