What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Paralegal position at Burnham Law Firm?

Join Burnham Law Firm as a Full-Time Senior Paralegal and elevate your career in a dynamic legal environment! Contribute to impactful cases that uphold our commitment to excellence and integrity. Collaborate with seasoned attorneys, sharpen your skills, and play a vital role in shaping our legal strategies from the comfort of your own space. This is a hybrid role, where Senior Paralegals are responsible for coordinating and optimizing schedules to maintain efficient in-office presence while allowing for remote work flexibility, ensuring smooth workflow and effective team collaboration. With a salary range of $90,000 - $100,000 per year, this is an exciting opportunity for dedicated paralegals looking to make a meaningful difference. Immerse yourself in a culture that prioritizes safety while you advance your professional journey in beautiful Centennial.

You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Snack / Drink Room. Become a part of a motivated team where your expertise is valued, and your contributions have real-world implications!

Summary of Position :

The Senior Paralegal will play a supervisory role to a team of assigned Paralegals and Legal Assistants, while working closely with attorneys to deliver exceptional legal support. The Senior Paralegal will collaborate with the Managing Paralegal and HR to streamline workflows, develop strategies and policies, and maintain operational excellence within the legal team.

Are you excited about this Senior Paralegal job?

As a Senior Paralegal at Burnham Law Firm, your daily responsibilities will be :

Essential job duties for this position include all duties of a paralegal in addition to the

following items. Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.

Supervise, lead, and mentor paralegals and legal assistants assigned to a team

Review billed hours, teamwork product, compliance with minimum employment

requirements of the team, and quarterly goals to track performance

Train new team members in office protocols, case management systems, billing practices,

ethical requirements, communication practices, and work product

Assist with team development by identifying opportunities for skill improvement and

encouraging professional growth

Delegate tasks effectively while ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines and standards

Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to team

members

Participate in interviews for eligible positions with other senior paralegals

Meet regularly with the managing paralegal to discuss team assignments and progress in

performance

Participate in training, performance improvement plans, write-ups, hiring, and terminations

Monitor team performance and prepare regular reports for leadership, identifying challenges

and recommending solutions

Collaborate with leadership to create and refine departmental policies and procedures

Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements

Ensure all team activities adhere to legal, ethical, and regulatory standards

Regularly assess team morale and productivity, addressing any concerns proactively

Be available and engaging with team members to provide opportunities to continue to

maintain a safe and positive work environment

Supervisory Responsibilities : Yes

Does this sound like you?

To thrive as a Senior Paralegal at Burnham Law Firm, you'll need a robust skill set encompassing technical and interpersonal abilities. To perform this job successfully, the individual in this position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum

knowledge, skills, and ability required :

Education / Experience Requirements :

Associate Degree in paralegal studies or related work experience

A minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience

Managerial or supervisory experience preferred

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations and information with tact, diplomacy, and

professionalism

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Exceptional time management skills and proven ability to meet deadlines

Basic problem-solving skills

Accountability to the managing paralegal

Ability to support a team of employees

Ability to engage in a collaborative work environment with other team leads

Exhibit extraordinary discretion, flexibility, and willingness to work closely with co-workers and the

leadership team

Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and

other related matters

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Proficient in using Apple products / MacOS

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

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So, what do you think? If this sounds like the right position for you, go ahead and apply. Good luck!

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000

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