Legal Assistant

Do you love digging into research and helping people? We’re hiring a legal assistant/paralegal to assist our legal team in preparing legal documents, filing motions, coordinating law office activity, and conducting legal research. Applicants should be experienced, highly-organized professionals with great attention to detail. If this sounds like a job you’ll love, apply below.

Compensation:

$48,000 depending on experience & certifications

Responsibilities:

• Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and keeping our case filing system organized so all documents are readily accessible
• Coordinate law office activity, including the drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers
• Assist lawyers in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits
• Aid lawyers in trial preparation by preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, conducting research on legal articles, and assisting with client meetings and filing motions
• Gather information about legal issues from the client in interviews

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
• Candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have advanced paralegal education will receive preference
• ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor’s degree desired
• Must have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar
• Must have great time-management skills, and organizational skills

About Company

Marshall & Taylor, PLLC is a growing North Carolina family law firm dedicated exclusively to helping individuals and families navigate life's most difficult transitions. Our reputation is built on exceptional legal representation, outstanding client service, professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

Why Marshall & Taylor?

We believe exceptional attorneys deserve exceptional support. Our attorneys are surrounded by experienced professionals, proven systems, and a collaborative environment that allows them to focus on what they do best—serving clients and practicing law at the highest level.