Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Hire

Our client, a prominent local law firm, seeks a talented, self-motivated Paralegal looking for a collegial law office environment with an opportunity excel, learn and grow in business law, estate planning, intellectual property and real estate.

Compensation: Starting pay range for this position is $17.00 per hour and could be more depending on experience.

Paralegal duties include :

• Review/summarize documents
• File legal documents with Clerks of Court
• Draft professional correspondence and emails
• Foster strong client relationships and ensure compliance with ethical standards
• Communicate with opposing counsel offices on administrative aspects of client matters
• Conduct non-legal research on various platforms
• Prepare and file documents with Courts; Be/Become proficient with Georgia and South Carolina real estate filing systems
• Coordinate real estate closings including communications with realtors, lenders, and parties

Education and Experience Requirements

• At least one year of paralegal experience
• Business law experience Preferred
• Experience filing with Clerks of Court preferred
• Experience with real estate closings preferred
• Exposure to contracts preferred
• Associate degree or equivalent required

Necessary Attributes

• Detail oriented and organized with the ability to prioritize and balance competing demands
• Good time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook), QuickBooks and ability to learn new programs/applications quickly
• Ability to work both independently and with others.
• Creative problem-solving
• Maintain consistency with deadlines
• Save, file, and organize pleadings, motions, and related e-filed or emailed documents daily

Please Note: If you do not qualify, but know someone who might, please inform them of this great opportunity.