An established multi-location law firm is seeking a full-time paralegal/legal assistant for its offices in either Carbondale, Illinois, or Marion, Illinois.
Raises are given twice a year.
The Paralegal/legal assistant will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact-checking; and trial preparation.
_*Duties/Responsibilities:*_
* Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
* Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
* Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
* Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
* Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
* Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
_*Required Skills/Abilities:*_
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters is a plus.
* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality, and exercise discretion and good judgment.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
_*Education and Experience:*_
* The ideal candidate will have a paralegal degree, college degree and/or experience working for a law office.
However, we will be happy to train candidates without experience, where they show good writing skills, attention to detail, and work ethic.
_*Physical Requirements:*_
* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
* Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.
00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Experience:
* Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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