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Paralegal Job Description: Supervisory Responsibilities: Duties/Responsibilities: Education and Experience: Physical Requirements:
Bethune-Cookman University
The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing staff members; research, investigations, and fact checking; discovery preparation and response and trial preparation support.
- None.
- Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, and legal opinions; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
- Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
- Interviews staff and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
- Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
- Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
- Develops and maintains electronic records relative to cases and risk management files.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required; Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
- Paralegal certificate required.
- Some related experience preferred.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Bethune-Cookman University is an equal-opportunity educational institution that is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Employment Prescreening:
Eligibility for employment is contingent upon successful prescreening.
To apply, visit http://www.cookman.edu/facultyStaff/hr/jobs/index.html.
Non-Discrimination Statement:
Bethune-Cookman University’s policy against discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation is consistent with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, 34 CFR Part 106, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and 34 CFR 104.7, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act of 2008, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974. In addition to contacting the Title IX Coordinator, who is the compliance coordinator, persons with inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and 34 CFR Part 106 may contact the Office of Civil Rights at 1-800-421-3481 or ocr@ed.gov
