What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Brice Jones & Associates, LLC?
*HOURLY PAY BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND IS NEGOTIABLE*
We are looking for an experienced full-time paralegal or legal assistant for a busy small-staff law firm. We are a plaintiff law firm specializing in personal injury, business litigation and estate law. The ability to multitask and quickly adapt are necessary.
Experience desired: typing/filing basic legal documents; drafting & filing motions; working with court systems; answering phones & screening potential clients. Familiarity with business litigation, estate planning, and personal injury is a plus. English language proficiency and professional demeanor required. Work schedule is Mon-Fri, approximately 8:30-5pm.
The applicant should possess the following skill set:
- Excellent Time Management & Organization Skills
- Ability to Independently Manage Files & be a Team Player
- Willingness to follow Systems & Processes
- Proactive Attitude & Approach to Case Handling
- Excellent Research, Writing & Verbal Communication Skills
- Commitment to going “Above & Beyond” for the Client
This candidate should feel comfortable with:
- Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Dropbox;
- E-filing and fax filing in all courts;
- Summarizing medical records, depositions, discovery responses and documents produced; and
- Speaking with clients and witnesses (both expert and fact), conducting research, maintaining case files, and completing other ad-hoc requests, as needed.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Job Type: Full-time
Salary is commensurate with experience. Health insurance and 401(k) benefits are offered with full-time employment upon eligibility.
Application Questions:
1. How many years of litigation experience do you have?
2. How many years of Paralegal experience do you have?
3. Are you in Slidell, LA 70458?
4. Do you have a Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certification?
5. Do you have a Driver's License?
6. Do you speak English?
7. Are you authorized to work in the following country: United States?
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelors (Preferred)
Experience:
- 1-3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Legal: 1 year (Preferred)
- Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14