Legal Assistant Paralegal - Litigation

Our Legal Assistant will assist attorneys by performing legal work requiring basic knowledge of legal procedures, methods, and terminology by performing the following duties. If you are an experienced legal professional and consider yourself to be self-motivated and highly organized with strong attention to detail, we invite you to read on and apply to be considered. Prepares non-complex pleadings, documents, correspondence, and affidavits. Conducts basic research such as title searches, estate checks, asset location and skip tracing. Reviews files, mail, and standard legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records. Negotiates payment arrangements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval. Confirms the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action. Files pleadings and documents with court clerk, as directed. Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publication costs, etc. Performs data entry to update notes on account. Maintains current knowledge of general legal procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents, office equipment, and software in general use in the legal community. Complete all required training applicable to this position. High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• 2 years relevant office experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Commercial experience is a plus.
• Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office products with the ability to type 45 words per minute.

Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc. Positive office environment with regularly scheduled parties, contests, and community support initiatives On site "Bistro To Go" vending and fresh foods available Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment. The employee must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally. Close visual acuity is needed to read, analyze data, and view a computer terminal for extended periods. This position operates in a professional office environment.