Paralegal

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Paralegal/Assistant to join our legal team. As a Paralegal/Assistant, you will provide essential support to our attorneys and help ensure the smooth operation of our legal department. This is a PART-TIME position with opportunities for growth and development. However, for now, it is only part-time, if you are seeking more than 21-25 hours per week, you need not apply. The position will go to full time ONLY for three months from May to July, but then back to part time as that is all we need at present.

Duties:

- Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents, such as pleadings, briefs, contracts, and agreements

- Conduct legal research using various resources, including Lexis-Nexis and other online databases

- Manage and maintain document management systems, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records

- Organize and maintain physical and electronic files, ensuring confidentiality and data security

- Assist with document review and analysis for discovery purposes

- Schedule and coordinate meetings, hearings, and depositions

- Conduct interviews with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal cases

- Assist in drafting correspondence and preparing reports for attorneys

- Provide administrative support to the legal team as needed

Skills:

- Strong knowledge of legal administrative procedures and practices

- Proficiency in using document management systems

- Familiarity with legal research tools like Lexis-Nexis or Westlaw

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

- Strong research skills to gather relevant information for legal cases

- Knowledge of legal case management software is a plus

We offer competitive compensation based on experience and professional development opportunities. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for the law and want to contribute to a dynamic legal team, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Please note that all positions at our company are paid positions.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 21 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday (days for part time work to be coordinated with office at hiring)

Ability to Relocate:

• Crown Point, IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person