Job Description
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced and professional Paralegal to join our growing team. Our ideal candidate must be able to make smart decisions, multi-task, handle a good amount of client case files, and possess stellar communication skills.
Responsibilities:
· Draft letters and court documents
· Research and draft motions and other court documents
· Prepare discovery and responses to discovery demands
· Assist attorneys with preparing cases for hearings
· Communicate with clients with updates and gathering information
· Interact with the courts and administrative agencies regarding hearings, motions, and other appearances, become the courts’ primary point of contact with the Firm for all administrative and scheduling issues
· Organize electronic client case files
· Docket (scheduling and/or calendaring) events
· Maintain billable hours spent on specific cases
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Required Skills & Experience
· Paralegal with 2 to 4 years’ experience, minimum of 2 years in litigation.
· Paralegal certification a plus.
· Experience with maintaining billable hour requirements a plus.
· Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
· Able to speak with people in a manner that is professional, mature, compassionate, polite, educated, and puts clients at ease.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Excellent researcher and writer.
· 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 and at times stressful environment.
· Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
· Detail-oriented and willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right the first time.
· Proficient in case management systems and office systems/software required, experience using Clio Manage, Clio Grow, One-Drive, and Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.