Litigation Paralegal
Wray & Associates
- Jackson, LA
- Permanent
- Full-time
Full-time Litigation Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing support services including research, document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; client file review, and assistance and support with discovery and trial preparation.
***If you’re considering a move, we’ve got great news for you: relocation assistance is available! Come live in one of the most sought-after communities in West Feliciana Parish, where rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning scenery come together to create an unbeatable lifestyle.***Duties/Responsibilities:
- Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Draft legal documents including pleadings and motions, affidavits, requests for production and interrogatories; electronic filing motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures, all under the supervision of attorneys.
- Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provide oral and written analysis to attorneys.
- Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements.
- Identify, prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case files, which may include evidence, trial and deposition exhibits, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation, which will include attending trials, depositions, and hearings.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Pro, and other related software.
- Associate degree required, Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
- Paralegal certificate required.
- Experience with Relativity and Trial Director or equivalent programs preferred.
- Some related experience preferred, willing to train.
- Competitive Salary commensurate with experience
- Excellent Health Insurance
- Flexible paid vacation and sick time
- Flexible schedule
- Professional expenses reimbursed
- Free Parking
- Able to work remotely when not needed in the office
- Relocation assistance available
- Overtime Pay