Paralegal

Paralegal Opportunity

Kaempfer Crowell ("the Firm") is one of Nevada's most prominent law firms whose legal teams have a long history of creating winning strategies to help clients solve important and complex business issues. Kaempfer Crowell is a culture-driven law firm with offices in Reno, Carson City and Las Vegas. We share a commitment to making Nevada and our local communities a better place in which to live and work. The Firm is also committed to supporting inclusion and diversity at every level.

Kaempfer Crowell is currently seeking an energetic and dynamic Paralegal to assist lawyers by providing clerical and research support to include investigating facts, preparing discovery documents, issuing subpoenas, preparing legal documents and/or researching legal precedent.

About the Role:

• Prepare affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence.
• Organize and maintain documents in both paper and electronic filing systems.
• Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, subpoenas, deposition notices, responses to written discovery, and coordinating depositions and meetings.
• Prepare for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits.
• Investigate facts and law of cases and search pertinent sources, such as public records and internet sources, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
• Gather and analyze facts, to devise solutions to issues.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Meet with clients and other professionals to discuss details of case.
• File pleadings with the court clerk.
• Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, and documents.
• Direct and coordinate law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas.
• Call upon witnesses to testify at hearings or depositions.
• Participate in discussions with individuals or teams. Use electronic mail, conduct telephone conversations and communicate (in-person, by telephone or otherwise) with others.
• Manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance in the office.
• Occasional travel to other locations, including court.
• Other duties as assigned.

About You:

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a Paralegal.
• Associate Degree in Legal Studies or related field preferred. A combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of this position will be considered.
• Proven work experience as a Paralegal with applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, and court procedures.
• Perform essential job functions with a high level of accuracy, completeness and legal compliance.
• Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative, team environment with employees at all levels within the Firm.
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Able to correctly interpret, explain and apply policies and procedures.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and precisely.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Fully understand and follow verbal and written directions and instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills, high attention to detail and able to effectively work in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide effective client service and public relations.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Teams.
• Experience using legal systems and software platforms.
• Able to work in office on Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
• Supportive of law enforcement related representation.

About the Work Environment:

• Job tasks may be performed in close physical proximity to other people.
• Work is typically performed in an office environment while sitting at a computer screen for extended periods.
• Requires repetitive physical and mental activities.
• While performing the duties of this job, you may be occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts when working with office machines.
• You will be required to frequently stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms when working with documents, files, computers, or office machines.
• This position requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Therefore, exposure to sounds and noise levels may be distracting or uncomfortable.

Kaempfer Crowell offers a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including:

• Opportunities for annual pay increases and performance-based bonuses.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage with significant employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays.
• Health Savings Accounts and a 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer matching contributions.
• Covered parking and more.

*Actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors including experience, skills and education.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Join us in making a difference in the legal landscape!

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. The Firm reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary to meet ongoing needs of the Firm.