Job Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Salary: DOE
Location: Jenkintown, PA
Experience: 3-5 years of legal assistance
Overview:
We are seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal with moderate experience to join our client's growing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment with a flexible hybrid work arrangement. If you are organized, proactive, and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with preparing legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
- Draft correspondence to clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
- Manage case files, organize legal documents, and maintain the firm’s filing system.
- Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in a professional and timely manner.
- Schedule meetings, court hearings, and deadlines for attorneys.
- Conduct legal research as needed to support case preparation.
- Prepare and organize trial binders and documents for depositions, hearings, and trials.
- Answer the firm's phones and take messages as needed, ensuring clear and accurate communication with clients and team members.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) preferred.
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role, with some exposure to legal research, case management, and document preparation.
- Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to represent the firm professionally and effectively when interacting with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Proficiency with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Our Client's Firm?
- Salary: Competitive base salary
- Work Flexibility: Hybrid work model with both on-site and remote options available depending on experience
- Professional Growth: Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions matter.
- Great Team Culture: We prioritize a positive, communicative, and professional environment.
If you are a motivated, detail-oriented legal professional looking for an exciting new role, we encourage you to apply.