Job Posting for Criminal Defense Paralegal at The Nieves Law Firm, APC
Full-Time Position!
Work where you personally know the managing attorney and have daily interaction with the clients we serve. There is room for advancement for the right candidate so we are seeking employees who are committed to growing with the firm and who believe in longevity in their positions. The culture in our firm is important to our staff and clients - we need team players who are prepared to work hard to fight for the rights of others.
Compensation:
$24 - $28 hourly
Responsibilities:
Organize files and present flagged information to the attorney
Docket and calendar events, meetings, and court hearings
Update and manage the firm's online case management system
Communicate with clients by providing updates and answering questions that do not involve legal advice
Communicate with outside agencies, clients, vendors, etc. regarding case statuses or matters
Compile and prepare documents for court filing (personally, by mail, electronically, etc) via the process server with applicable instructions and filing fees
Collaborate with firm attorneys regarding case statuses, tasks, deadlines, and projects
Conduct research on laws, legal articles, and regulations
Issue spot and draft relevant motions for attorney review and submission.
Draft documents by customizing applicable forms and pleadings for attorney review and editing
Draft correspondence on behalf of the attorney for attorney signature and review
Draft motions, court forms, mitigation packets, information requests, subpoenas, and other legal documents ensuring proper formatting, style, and captions on firm documents
Prepare discovery requests and responses to discovery demands for attorney review
Secure timely transcription of case-related audio and video recordings
Ensure timely preparation and service of witness subpoenas for relevant hearings as well as timely call-offs when no longer needed
Coordinate experts, investigators, and other third-party service providers for all cases where needed
Complete case summaries and memos for case file and attorney review
Help attorneys prepare cases for hearings (trial binders, scheduling calls, document gathering, PowerPoint, etc.)
Assist attorneys in the courtroom with contested hearings
Qualifications:
A minimum of one-year CRIMINAL LAW experience is required
To be a key player on the team you must be dependable, punctual, computer literate, a fast typist, and have a great attitude
You must have excellent communication skills and pay attention to detail
You must complete projects within the assigned deadlines
Exhibit the highest level of dependability when it comes to tracking and meeting deadlines
The ideal candidate must be proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Lexis Nexis, and Mac Operating Systems
Experience with online case management systems or client relationship management systems is preferred
This position requires a high school diploma but an Associate’s degree or legal training is preferred
About Company
At The Nieves Law Firm, we take the criminal out of criminal defense - our mission is to restore the reputation of individuals who have been accused of crimes and help them plan for a better future. Our firm has been named one of the fastest-growing law firms in the nation by the Law Firm 500 for the past three years in a row. Our managing attorney has been named a Northern California Rising Star Super Lawyer every year since 2016 and The Nieves Law Firm has also been recognized for the past three years as one of the fastest-growing companies owned or managed by Florida State University Alumni. We attribute our success to our belief in our core values of Truth, Restoration, Action, Compassion, and Knowledge and we are looking for team members who will uphold the same values and provide excellent service to our clients.
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Salary.com Estimation for Criminal Defense Paralegal in Oakland, CA
$68,584 to $91,022
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