Bilingual Entry Level Paralegal $70K Annually

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ability to interact and communicate (orally and in writing) with staff, court representatives, clients and witnesses.
• Compile and analyze case documents for hearings and trials.
• Coordinate case schedules with courts, law enforcement officials, witnesses, and defense attorneys.
• Draft correspondence and legal documents.
• Assist attorneys with proofreading, cite checking, and locating files and documents.
• Performing routine administrative duties when necessary including: photocopying, filing, scanning, archiving, data entry, indexing, reserving conference rooms, and managing attorneys' calendars.
• Assist in obtaining, reviewing, updating and maintaining physical and electronic case files.

Qualifications:

• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow directions and apply proper policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook emails, and additional computer software applications.
• Ability to work independently with frequent interruptions, manage deadlines, and adapt to changes in workflow.
• Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.
• Fluency in Spanish is necessary.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required or expected by candidate's start date.

Sign on Bonus to be included upon acceptance of job offer.

Well established personal injury law firm represent clients throughout the New York and New Jersey metro area with offices conveniently located in Manhattan, Queens, Newark, Union City, Elizabeth, Clifton, New Brunswick and Perth Amboy. Our team of 35 attorneys concentrates on a variety of legal matters, including personal injury, construction accidents, workers compensation, car accidents, truck accidents, premises cases, medical malpractice and Social Security Disability. With this wide skill-set, and years of experience backing us, we are equipped to provide you with the knowledgeable and professional legal advice you need.

Company Description

Well established personal injury law firm represent clients throughout the New York and New Jersey metro area with offices conveniently located in Manhattan, Queens, Newark, Union City, Elizabeth, Clifton, New Brunswick and Perth Amboy. Our team of 35 attorneys concentrates on a variety of legal matters, including personal injury, construction accidents, workers compensation, car accidents, truck accidents, premises cases, medical malpractice and Social Security Disability. With this wide skill-set, and years of experience backing us, we are equipped to provide you with the knowledgeable and professional legal advice you need.