Our Muskegon, MI family law firm is seeking a highly motivated Paralegal to join our team. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to firm and client success. The Paralegal’s primary function is to manage the flow of communication and documentation to ensure cases move forward in a timely manner. All inquiries will be kept in the strictest confidence.
Primary Functions and Responsibilities:
Organize and manage case documents.
Assist in maintaining calendars and resolve scheduling conflicts.
Draft pleadings, correspondence, and discovery.
Manage legal documentation and correspondence in strict confidence.
Correspond with outside counsel, courts, clients, and other agencies.
Schedule clients and hearings through phone, Zoom, and in person.
Attention to completion of tasks in a timely and professional manner.
Qualifications and Skills:
2 years’ experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
Experience in family law preferred.
Experience tracking billable time preferred.
Ability to prioritize workload and assignments.
Proficient with MS Office – Outlook, Word, Excel, legal research, as well as ability to learn new technology.
Excellent communication and organization abilities.
Highly organized and detail oriented.
Strong work ethic.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
No travel
Work Location: In person
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