Job Description
Job Description
The Paralegal assists with case planning, development, and management, legal research, interviews clients, gathers facts and retrieves information, drafts and analyzes legal documents and collects, complies and utilizes technical information, to make recommendations to an attorney.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
· perform legal and factual research
· perform records research
· identify relevant judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes and other pertinent material
· organize and analyze information
· cross-check and validate information
· prepare written reports
· draft legal documents including briefs, pleadings, appeals, agreements, contracts and legal memoranda
· help prepare legal arguments, applications, declarations and motions
· prepare correspondence
· check and edit legal forms and documents for accuracy
· build and maintain databases and files
· organize and track case files
· review and monitor new and updated laws and regulations
· co-ordinate law office activities such as subpoena delivery
· help with trial preparation including witness lists, exhibits and trial binders
· assist the lawyer in the courtroom
Education and Experience
· associates degree or certificate program in paralegal studies
· thorough knowledge of legal principles and practices
· thorough knowledge of legal research techniques
· thorough knowledge of legal terminology
· thorough knowledge of legal communication principles and practices
· in depth knowledge of local, state and federal laws and regulations
· relevant computer software knowledge and experience
Key Competencies
· research skills
· analytical skills
· critical thinking skills
· planning and organizing
· information monitoring
· strong communication skills
· stress tolerance
· attention to detail and accuracy
· confidentiality
· teamwork