Litigation Paralegal

Dallas, TX 75225

Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Number: 27947 Pay Rate: 65,000 Location Requirements: On-Site

Job Description


PARALEGAL

DIRECT HIRE

 

Imprimis Group, Inc. has partnered with one of the most renowned law firm in DFW! The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.

 

Perks:
  • Full-Time Employment
  • Opportunity to expand your skill set and share your knowledge with others across the organization.
  • Awesome Company culture with a start-up feel, allowing for rapid career development

Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
  • Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
  • Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
  • Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
  • Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
  • Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
  • Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • 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.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:
  • Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year experience working as Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or Paralegal
  • Must be proficient with calendaring court dates, attorneys' schedules, and docket hearings

Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

 

Qualified candidates must be able to provide documents for E-Verify purposes, pass background and drug testing. High School diploma required. Please apply now if you want to join a growing team/company and want to grow in the legal industry! Interviews are being conducted immediately. Please apply to this job or send your resume to recruiting@imprimis.com

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