[Hiring] Litigation Paralegal @Smith Clinesmith

Role Description

We’re seeking a skilled and experienced paralegal to support our growing legal team. The ideal candidate for this position will use their work experience and organizational skills to:

• Prepare and maintain legal documents
• File motions
• Interview clients
• Conduct legal research
• Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and keeping our case filing system organized
• Help lawyers prepare for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, conducting research on legal articles, and organizing and coordinating witnesses
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits under the guidance of a lawyer
• Draft subpoenas and coordinate with process servers
• Gather information about legal issues from the client in interviews

Qualifications

• Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education
• At least 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
• High-level organizational skills and time-management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar
• Completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies; Bachelor’s degree desired

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance benefits
• PTO & sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Outstanding company culture
• Performance coaching

Company Description

This position is fully remote; however, we are seeking candidates who are currently located in Louisiana, Tennessee, Florida, or Alabama.