Paralegal
Our client, a Savannah attorney known for dedicated and aggressive representation, is seeking a passionate and results-driven Paralegal to join their team. Our client specializes in family law and criminal defense.
This is an opportunity to get hands on 1 on 1 training from the attorney, to ensure you are prepared for the position. This is the perfect opening to grow your knowledge and pick the brain of one Savannah's leading attorneys.
Primary Duties
· Preparing and drafting motions, pleadings, judgments, statements, documents, and other correspondence (e.g., debt and asset lists, witness affidavits, child support worksheets, responsive pleadings, etc.)
·Performing legal research
·Maintaining attorney calendars and case files
·Scheduling appointments, court appearances, and mediation/deposition hearings
·Serving as a liaison between the client and attorney, conducting client interviews
·Preparing trial notebooks and providing assistance in trial settings
·Preparing and reviewing discovery packages, including disclosure statements, answers to interrogatories, and production requests
Qualifications
· Minimum of 2-3 years paralegal or legal assistant experience,
· Paralegal Certificate or Paralegal Degree (If no degree or certificate must have 5 years paralegal experience)
·Ability to work under a great deal of pressure