Paralegal

PARALEGAL

We are seeking a professional and experienced Paralegal to join our team!

For over 166 years, Carlsmith Ball LLP has continued its tradition of providing top-notch legal services to a wide range of local, mainland, and international clients. As a multi-service law firm with offices located on Hawaii Island, Maui, and Oahu, we practice in a variety of areas including Real Estate and Land Use, Corporate and Business Formation, Tax and Estate Planning, and Civil Litigation.

Core Skills and Knowledge:

· Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively to meet deadlines.

· Exceptional proofreading skills and attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documents and correspondence.

· Computer literate - MS Word - Intermediate to Advanced skills; Excel - Basic- Intermediate; Basic level Outlook and Adobe. Willing to learn new applications.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong administrative and clerical skills to provide comprehensive support to attorneys.

· Dependable with strong work ethic.

· Able to work independently and collaboratively - self-starter with ability to multitask.

Preferred but not required: knowledge of CompuLaw, CMS Aderant, NetDocuments, or other document management programs, experience in PowerPoint.

PARALEGAL - CORPORATE/TRANSACTIONAL

Location: One (1) position on Oahu

Responsibilities include:

· Preparing and recording corporate, real property, and Conveyancing documents; preparing applications for licenses and permits; and assisting with pre-closing and closing tasks.

· Researching at and interacting with governmental agencies (federal, state, and local).

· Calendaring and reminding attorneys of events and deadlines.

· Organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files utilizing document management system.

· Performing various accounting and administrative tasks (e.g., entering timesheets, editing prebills, scheduling appointments, etc.)

· Communicating with clients and others by phone and email.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of a paralegal program (or equivalent work experience.)

Experience: Minimum two (2) years paralegal experience in either business transactions, corporate, or tax field.

Preferred but not required: experience submitting document to BOC, DLNR, Liquor Commission, DCCA, Dept. of Taxation, IRS, DPP, Land Court, and/or Dept. of Health.

PARALEGAL - CIVIL LITIGATION:

Location: One (1) position on Oahu

Responsibilities include:

· Assisting attorneys in preparing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, memorandum, etc.

· Managing and performing e-discovery and document productions, coordinating document review with opposing party ensuring document integrity is maintained.

· Performing simple research - legislative, government agency, court records, and legal reference materials online or in person as needed.

· Assisting attorney in preparing for trial and at trial.

· Calendaring and reminding attorneys of events and deadlines.

· Organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files utilizing a document management system.

· Communicating with courts, government agencies, clients and others by phone and email.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Minimum three (3) years paralegal experience in civil litigation. Knowledge of Circuit and Federal Court Rules and Civil Procedure. Experience working with e-discovery software or ability to learn.

Certification: Paralegal degree or certification.

We offer competitive compensation based on experience, coupled with an excellent benefits package. If you are looking for an opportunity to be a part of a successful and established legal team, join us at Carlsmith Ball LLP!

Please email your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Drug and Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Profit sharing

Vacation

Paid sick time

Employee Discount

Other

Day Shift:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000