Paralegal

An established law firm in Morgantown is now seeking a Paralegal to join their team. This full-time position offers a great Monday – Friday 9:00am -5:00pm schedule with a starting wage of up to $30.00 hourly.

primary Duties

• Organizes and analyzes documentary evidence
• Interprets and prepares chronologies and summaries, as requested.
• Under attorney direction drafts and prepares correspondence, discovery responses, deposition notices, reports and other documents as necessary.
• Prepares and handles tracking and disposition of subpoenas or other requests for information.
• Ensures organization of files including maintenance and management.
• Monitors files and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement.
• Conducts legal research using online media for experts, background searches, case investigation.
• Maintains trial schedules, coordinates and assists in preparation for trial.
• Provides professional assistance and support to the legal staff in the development, research, management and resolution of the cases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Experience/Qualifications

Requirements:

• At least 1 year of prior paralegal experience
• Working knowledge of paralegal concepts, procedures, and practices. Knowledge of operations, practices, and procedures of civil litigation.
• Must have a demonstrated knowledge of legal research, deposition motion practices, and procedures.
• Research, analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills required.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and knowledge and application of legal research tools (Westlaw).
• Requires critical thinking skills, superior communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• High School Diploma or its equivalent.