Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Paralegal/Legal Assistant Moon Law Firm, PLC Mesa, AZ Job Details Full-time $23 - $25 an hour 4 days ago Qualifications Microsoft Word Computer operation Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Interpersonal skills Family law case experience Microsoft Office Attention to detail Desktop applications

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Family Law Paralegal/Legal Assistant We are currently looking to hire a Family Law Paralegal/Legal Assistant for our office. There is just one attorney. The successful candidate will be a team-player, have a high level of attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, strong computer skills (Microsoft Office) and the ability to multi-task. Job Description as a Paralegal/Legal Assistant at our Law Firm you will be responsible for performing a variety of general legal support tasks including but not limited to: Answering the telephone scheduling new clients. Intake of new clients. Intake and Review of contested files for determination of next course of action and proceeding as appropriate. Drafting and preparation of legal documents, such as Complaints, Applications for Default Judgment, Motions for Summary Judgment and Motions to Compel Discovery and discovery responses. Assisting attorney in litigation, including counterclaims, court documents, scheduling of court hearings and hearing preparation. Handles client inquiries and updates pertaining to individual files. Review and interpret disclosure agreements, and other financial documents Maintains files, hearing notices, agendas, calendaring, etc. for our attorney. Follow up with courts and other legal departments regarding filed documents and hearings. Experience in drafting pleadings, adversary attorney correspondence, and other related documents. Other duties as required by the attorney. Collecting balances due by clients. Minimum requirements Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook. Organizational, verbal and written communication skills a must. Typing and keyboarding experience with 40+ WPM required. Strong attention to detail, the ability work independently, multi-task is required. Collection Law knowledge is helpful. Ability to work in high pressure situations regarding opposing counsel and the firm's attorneys. 2+ years' experience in attorney support and/or the collection legal field preferred. 2 years formal legal training or equivalent experience preferred. College Degree in Business, or Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person