PARALEGAL Professional

Posted: 5 days ago Openings: 1 Applicants: 86

As a Paralegal Associate, your role involves providing crucial support to lawyers and assisting with various legal tasks and responsibilities. Here are the key responsibilities and skills associated with this position:

Responsibilities:

1. Legal Research: Conduct legal research using online databases, libraries, and other resources to gather information relevant to cases, regulations, statutes, and legal precedents.
2. Document Preparation: Assist in the preparation and review of legal documents such as contracts, agreements, pleadings, briefs, and other legal correspondence.
3. Case Management: Help manage and organize case files, including maintaining calendars, deadlines, and tracking document filings and court appearances.
4. Document Review: Review and analyze documents, contracts, and other materials to identify relevant information, potential issues, and inconsistencies.
5. Drafting: Draft and prepare legal correspondence, including letters, memoranda, and other communications under the supervision of attorneys.
6. Client Communication: Interact with clients, witnesses, and other parties to gather information, schedule appointments, and provide updates on case progress.
7. Trial Support: Assist attorneys during trials, including organizing trial exhibits, drafting witness lists, and coordinating with court personnel.
8. Legal Administrative Tasks: Handle administrative tasks such as filing documents, maintaining legal databases, managing billing and invoices, and scheduling meetings.

Skills and Knowledge:

1. Legal Knowledge: Possess a strong understanding of legal concepts, terminology, and procedures in relevant practice areas (e.g., corporate law, real estate, litigation, intellectual property).
2. Research Skills: Proficient in conducting legal research using online databases, libraries, and other resources to find relevant legal information.
3. Writing and Drafting: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to draft clear and concise legal documents, correspondence, and reports.
4. Attention to Detail: Pay close attention to detail when reviewing documents, contracts, and legal filings to identify errors, inconsistencies, or potential issues.
5. Organization and Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and maintain well-organized case files and documentation.
6. Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with legal software and research tools, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
7. Confidentiality and Ethics: Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards in handling sensitive legal matters.

Role Category: Legal & Regulatory - Other