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)
Experienced Paralegal needed for law firm located in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. Pay and salary commensurate with experience.
-At least 4 years experience in established law firm in New Jersey, specializing in Personal Injury and Civil Litigation. (Candidates without experience need not apply, TY)
-Interpersonal, Technical, and able to handle multiple cases every day and interact with clients, attorneys and staff.
-Fast paced office, however this is not a mill or a firm that takes every case and selects their clients after extensive interview and screening process. Case load is extremely manageable and 4 plus experienced litigation attorneys at the premises to assist.
-Must have professional and collegial/friendly attitude and the ability to work with others, with employees with positive attitude interested in making the clients the most important part and focus of their responsibilities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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