Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Position Summary:

MMA&A is a fast-paced litigation firm seeking to add paralegals / legal assistants with outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently to our team.

Duties & Responsibilities

· Drafting client correspondence, discovery, pleadings, and other documents.

· Providing litigation support e.g., filing court documents, preparing discovery requests/responses, preparing for depositions, preparing exhibits and trial materials, attending court proceedings.

· Monitoring cases and conducting fact investigation, document gathering and legal research.

· Serving as a source of client information, support, and advocacy.

· Communicating effectively with clients, attorneys, staff, and outside parties.

· Maintaining data in case management system.

· Assisting with administrative office tasks as needed.

· Other tasks as needed

Skills & Competencies:

· Ability to take initiative and use good judgment

· Work effectively with all levels of the organization

· Recognize and maintain confidentiality

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Possess good problem-solving skills

· Ability to multitask

Qualifications & Prior Experience:

· Associate's or Bachelor's Degree (completed or in pursuit)

· Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite applications, such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; proficiency in electronic case filing and Adobe are a plus.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Highly detail-oriented

· Strong initiative in a fast-paced environment

· Extremely organized and able to multitask

How to Apply:

· Cover letter

· Resume

· References

· College transcript (unofficial)

· Results from a 1-minute typing test (www.typing.com)

· Available hours to work (if part-time desired; the firm is seeking full-time but welcome applicants seeking part-time)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $10.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hattiesburg, MS 39402 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hattiesburg, MS 39402: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $10 - $15