Certified Paralegal
Summary
Title: | Certified Paralegal |
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ID: | 51180612350DC |
Date Posted: | 11/08/2024 |
Industry - Job Category: | Legal |
City: | La Quinta |
Description
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Certified Paralegal or Legal Document Assistant to join our legal documentation team. The ideal candidate will have a background in legal services and a strong understanding of local and state laws. We will assist the selected candidate with county registration (CALDA).
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with the preparation and organization of legal documents related to various practice areas, with a focus on estate planning.
- Communicate effectively with clients to gather necessary information and ensure the accuracy of legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations.
- Maintain client files and records in an organized manner.
- Provide administrative support to attorneys as needed.
- Proven experience in preparing legal documents, particularly in estate planning.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Paralegal required
- Paralegal certification from an accredited institution.
- Proficiency in legal research and knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
- Experience with legal software and document management systems is preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with one of these applications preferred: Outlook email, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person