Snelling is recruiting a full-time Paralegal for a well-established firm in the Birmingham area. The successful candidate will assist attorneys through the performance of complex administrative duties requiring knowledge of legal terminology and the legal process.
Starting salary of $45,000-50,000, depending on experience.
Key responsibilities of Paralegal:
- Case management: Organizing and maintaining detailed case files, tracking deadlines, and coordinating with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Legal research: Analyzing statutes, case law, and legal precedents relevant to the case to support legal arguments.
- Document drafting: Preparing legal documents such as answers to complaints, motions, discovery requests, deposition summaries, and trial briefs.
- Discovery support: Assisting with the discovery process by reviewing documents produced by the plaintiff, drafting discovery responses, and scheduling depositions.
- Witness preparation: Interviewing potential witnesses, preparing them for depositions and trial testimony, and summarizing witness statements.
- Trial preparation: Assisting attorneys with trial preparation by compiling exhibits, organizing legal arguments, and creating trial notebooks.
- Fact-finding: Gathering relevant information from clients, insurance companies, medical records, and other sources.
Required skills for Paralegal:
- Strong analytical and research skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with high attention to accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively
- Proficiency in legal terminology and software
- Understanding of legal ethics and procedures
Experience/Education Requirements for Paralegal:
- 2-3 years Paralegal experience required
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in legal administration, or related field.
- Certification as a legal paralegal is a plus.
Interested and qualified candidates for the Paralegal should submit their resume for immediate consideration. Resumes will be reviewed as quickly as possible and qualified applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.
For additional information, please contact Whittney Taylor at 205.879.9950 or whittney@snellingbham.com
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