Paralegal/legal Assistant

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Paralegal/legal Assistant
The candidate duties will include: Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files within our case management system; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software; confirming case status with attorney. Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling depositions; preparing and forwarding summonses and subpoenas; drafting complaints; preparing and filing discovery requests; preparing responses to opposing counsel; generating status reports. Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact, communicating case progress. Maintains case costs by verifying outstanding balances with attorney, clients, and providers. Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences; preparing pleadings; monitoring and obtaining discovery responses; organizing materials for team case review. Enhances trial presentations by organizing evidence; Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Should have a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, strong computer skills and is comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic workplace. Must be proficient with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook & Microsoft Excel and electronic case filing with the court system using Pacer and Justice. Should have experience with Practice Master case management software would be very helpful in transition.

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