Paralegal
Herring, Long & Crews, P.C., Canton, MS, United States
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal to support our legal team. You will work closely with our attorneys from the beginning of a case through the end, including if it goes to trial. Candidates must have extensive experience with document review, trial preparation, handling discovery, drafting legal documents, and managing case paperwork. You also need to have excellent research skills, be able to multi-task several assignments under tight deadlines, and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Westlaw.
Duties and Responsibilities
Create reports and documents for lawyers based on case specifications and requests
Help lawyers prepare legal arguments, motions, and other case filings
Develop and follow a case file indexing system that can be used as an active archive for all ongoing and completed cases
Monitor changes to laws, guidelines, or regulations; submit reports on pertinent changes in legislation
Utilize existing files and a variety of other legal research resources to develop information for pending cases
Requirements and Qualifications
Associate degree in paralegal studies required; bachelor's degree preferred
National certification, such as those offered by NALA or AACP, is a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Westlaw
Excellent communication and organization skills
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We are seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal to support our legal team. You will work closely with our attorneys from the beginning of a case through the end, including if it goes to trial. Candidates must have extensive experience with document review, trial preparation, handling discovery, drafting legal documents, and managing case paperwork. You also need to have excellent research skills, be able to multi-task several assignments under tight deadlines, and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Westlaw.
Duties and Responsibilities
Create reports and documents for lawyers based on case specifications and requests
Help lawyers prepare legal arguments, motions, and other case filings
Develop and follow a case file indexing system that can be used as an active archive for all ongoing and completed cases
Monitor changes to laws, guidelines, or regulations; submit reports on pertinent changes in legislation
Utilize existing files and a variety of other legal research resources to develop information for pending cases
Requirements and Qualifications
Associate degree in paralegal studies required; bachelor's degree preferred
National certification, such as those offered by NALA or AACP, is a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Westlaw
Excellent communication and organization skills
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