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Job Description of Paralegal
Paralegals work under the direction of lawyers and help them prepare for meetings, hearings and trials. These professionals frequently undertake research projects for multiple cases to determine precedent, draft or complete legal documents and ensure the correct paperwork is filed with the courts within a specific time period. In many cases, Paralegals work directly with clients in a non-advising capacity, such as answering questions, scheduling appointments and making sure all court requirements are met.
Other routine tasks, such as processing and transcribing documents, entering data, scheduling and taking dictation are common duties of a Paralegal. Additionally, a paralegal will handle typical office duties, such as answering phones, managing inventory or performing accounting tasks.
Requirements:
Must be computer proficient
Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies preferred
Familiarity with case management software and research databases preferred
Experience preferred but not required
Salary commensurate with experience
Looking to fill position immediately. Interested applicants should forward resume.
