Paralegal

Job Title: Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Location: Ridgeland, MS 39157

Industry: Legal Services

Pay: $65,000 - $80,000

Benefits: Vision, Dental, Health, 401k

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and tech-driven Legal Assistant / Paralegal to support attorneys within a dynamic and collaborative legal environment. This role blends traditional legal support responsibilities with a strong emphasis on leveraging technology, automation, and AI tools to improve efficiency and modernize internal processes. The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and interested in applying emerging technologies within a legal setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to attorneys
• Prepare, format, edit, and organize legal documents and correspondence
• Assist with drafting and reviewing materials while ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Conduct legal and general research using both conventional tools and AI-enabled platforms
• Utilize automation tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate deadlines
• Maintain organized electronic files within document management systems
• Identify inefficiencies in current processes and recommend technology-based improvements
• Support implementation and testing of new legal technology solutions
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of legal operations

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a legal, corporate, or professional services environment preferred
• Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Familiarity with legal documentation, terminology, or court procedures is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with document management or research tools preferred
• Basic knowledge of data analysis, process improvement, or project coordination
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment
• Self-starter with a strong sense of accountability and initiative

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.