What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Law Offices of Hess Panah & Associates?
Job Summary
Hess Panah Law Group is a growing plaintiffs’ personal injury law firm seeking a paralegal to start immediately. This position is full-time, and experience in the personal injury field is strongly preferred, though not required. We offer a fantastic working environment, competitive pay, and room for growth.
Candidate will be responsible for handling a full caseload of personal injury cases, and will assist the attorneys with: drafting and filing complaints, propounding and responding to discovery, drafting law and motion, drafting case-related documents, calendaring events, writing correspondence, preparing cases for trial, etc.
Required Skills:
Proficiency w/Microsoft Office (mainly Word, Outlook, and Excel)
Excellent writing and oral skills - ability to write without spelling and grammatical errors
Experienced with filing / E-filing procedures
Proficient in calendaring and meeting deadlines.
Must have the ability to work under pressure and prioritize workload
Preferred Skills:
Prior experience in Litigation as a legal secretary / paralegal in the Personal Injury field is a plus
Spanish is a plus
Legal research skills is a plus
Familiarity with statutes, codes, local rules is a plus
We are also seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. Paralegal will be responsible for assisting with various aspects of trial preparation and trial support.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Opportunities for advancement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25