Busy boutique litigation firm in Westwood focusing on bankruptcy, business and real estate has an IMMEDIATE opening for a paralegal position.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual that is interested in continual growth in knowledge and experience in the legal field. The ideal candidate should have commercial collections and/or bankruptcy experience. ONLY candidates with that or similar background and experience will be considered.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Prepares legal documents and correspondence
- Conducts intakes and maintains calendaring for office
- Communicates with clients in a professional manner over the phone, in e-mails, and in person.
- Maintains client and firm files.
- Coordinates mailings, deliveries, copying and courthouse filings where appropriate.
- Finalizes and organizes documents for filing in court.
- Maintains and displays proficiency in the use of office and computer equipment, computer software and practice specific applications, as required.
- Performs administrative tasks and special projects as requested.
- Thinks clearly, responds positively, evaluates situations to determine appropriate action and is resoureful, multi-tasks and acts decisively under pressure.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
or 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary/Assistant
Key Competencies:
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and using the Internet
- Professional demeanor
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must
- Professional telephone manner
- Ability to work under deadlines
- Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Diligent and SELF STARTER
- High degree of flexibility
Please submit a resume and cover letter (with references) in PDF format. Compensation depends on experience. Opportunity can be partially remote.
