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Hodges Trial Lawyers, P.C.

Legal Secretary and/or Paralegal

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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.

$65,283 / year median in Alabama

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Legal Secretary and/or Paralegal Hodges Trial Lawyers, P.C. Huntsville, AL Job Details Full-time $16 - $25 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Filing Attention to detail Law office experience Family law Legal case management Time management Full Job Description Legal Secretary and/or Paralegal Hodges Trial Lawyers is seeking a Legal Secretary and/or Paralegal to join our growing team. We are a small, team-oriented law firm, and we're looking for someone who is not only capable and dependable, but also a great fit for our culture. Our ideal candidate will have experience in domestic relations and/or probate law. However, we welcome applicants with experience in other areas of legal practice, as many of the skills transfer well across practice areas. We also encourage applicants with legal education, paralegal certifications, or other relevant training to apply. If you're motivated, eager to learn, and the right fit for our team, we'd love to hear from you.
This position may involve:
Preparing and filing legal documents, pleadings, discovery and correspondence Managing attorney calendars and court deadlines Communicating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel Organizing case files and maintaining accurate records Assisting attorneys with case preparation and administrative support The ideal candidate will possess: Attention to detail Strong organizational and time-management skills Excellent written and verbal communication Professionalism and a positive attitude The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment Experience with Clio and Alafile a plus At Hodges Trial Lawyers, we believe that hiring the right person is more important than simply hiring the most experienced résumé. We value integrity, work ethic, professionalism, and someone who genuinely enjoys helping clients through difficult situations. Our firm is small enough that every team member makes a meaningful impact, and we invest in people who want to grow with us. Compensation will be competitive and based on experience and qualifications. Benefits are available following the successful completion of the introductory probationary period. If you're looking for an opportunity to build a rewarding legal career with a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay:
$16.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Health insurance Paid time off
Experience:
Law office: 1 year (Required) Family law: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person