Paralegal assists and supports attorneys with research and document preparation for court proceedings and legal transactions. Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes to research and analyze legal topics. Being a Paralegal drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, and contracts. Conducts fact-finding, data collection, and analysis used to prepare statements and arguments. Additionally, Paralegal assists attorneys with depositions, interviews, discovery, and investigations. Manages, organizes, and archives documents with software tools and technology. Applies specialized legal terminology appropriately in documents. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to an attorney. The Paralegal work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Paralegal typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Feirich/Mager/Green/Ryan (F/M/G/R) is a full service law firm located in Carbondale, Illinois with approximately 23 employees, consisting of 11 attorneys and support staff. F/M/G/R represents clients in legal matters in federal, state, and administrative courts primarily in the southern counties of Illinois and collar counties of St. Louis.
We are looking for a Litigation Paralegal to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal support to attorneys, preparing legal documents, researching legal precedents, and assisting with trial preparation. The ideal candidate will have excellent research and writing skills, the ability to work independently and efficiently, and a strong understanding of the litigation process.
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Work Location: In person
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