Paralegal
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$65000 per year |
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| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Raleigh, North Carolina |
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Job Description
Job Description
We're looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced paralegal to play an important role on our legal team. You'll draft legal documents such as affidavits, prepare briefs, conduct legal research for trial preparation, and keep case files and other important information neatly organized and easily accessible. If you're interested in advancing your paralegal career with opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you.Compensation:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
About Company
$65,000+ yearly depending on experience
Responsibilities:
- Gather information about legal issues from the client in interviews
- 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
- Arrange law office activity such as 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
- Organize our case filing systems to ensure all documents are properly sorted and easy to locate, and other administrative duties as needed
- Independently manage ongoing case files and deadlines
- Prepare and draft legal pleadings, discovery, affidavits, motions, and correspondence
- Conduct legal research and help prepare attorneys for hearings and trials
- Communicate with clients professionally — in person and by phone/email
- Schedule and coordinate client meetings, deposition notices, hearings, etc
- File documents with courts and ensure procedural compliance
- Track case progress and update attorneys proactively
- Maintain meticulous and organized case files
Qualifications:
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education
- 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
- Must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor’s degree desired
- Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills, and time-management skills
Required:
- 3+ years of paralegal experience in family law (required)
- Demonstrable ability to manage one's own cases independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Confidence in interacting and meeting with clients
- Proficiency with legal case management software and MS Office
Preferred:
- ABA-approved paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree
- Experience with civil litigation and court procedures
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.
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