Paralegal/Case Manager The Law Office of Jon J Olinger Fort Wayne, IN Job Details Full-time $20 - $21 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Legal research databases Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Paralegal/Case Manager to join our legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support a diverse range of legal practices, including estate planning, environmental law, family law, civil litigation, and more. As a vital member of our firm, you will assist attorneys with case management, legal research, document preparation, and client communication. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and passionate about delivering exceptional legal support to ensure smooth case progression and client satisfaction. This paid position provides a chance to develop your legal expertise across multiple practice areas while contributing to impactful legal work. Responsibilities Manage and organize legal case files using document management systems such as iManage and PCLaw, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Conduct comprehensive legal research utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other resources to support case strategies across various practice areas including securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law, and workers' compensation law. Draft and review legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, discovery requests, and correspondence with precision and clarity. Assist attorneys with trial preparation by reviewing documents, summarizing case materials, and coordinating evidence collection. Communicate effectively with clients through phone calls and written correspondence to gather information, provide updates, and clarify legal procedures. Support procedural law compliance by preparing filings for courts or administrative agencies in accordance with jurisdictional requirements. Perform administrative tasks including data entry, filing, proofreading documents, transcription, and maintaining organized case records using platforms like Word processing tools and document review systems. Conduct interviews with clients or witnesses as needed to gather relevant information for ongoing cases. Support project management efforts by tracking deadlines, court dates, and case milestones to ensure timely progression of each matter. Experience Proven paralegal experience supporting multiple practice areas such as estate planning, environmental law, family law, civil litigation, or similar fields. Strong knowledge of procedural law and experience with litigation support processes from document review to trial preparation. Familiarity with legal research tools including Westlaw and LexisNexis; proficiency in conducting comprehensive legal research is essential. Experience handling confidential information with discretion while maintaining high ethical standards. Skilled in using document management systems like iManage or similar platforms; experience with PCLaw or other legal software is a plus. Excellent organizational skills combined with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently under tight deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft clear legal documents and communicate professionally with clients and team members. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) along with familiarity in using legal research databases such as Westlaw or LexisNexis for detailed case analysis. Join us if you're eager to grow your career in a vibrant legal environment that values initiative, precision, and teamwork! This position offers an engaging work experience where your contributions directly impact our clients' success while developing expertise across diverse areas of law.

Pay:

$20.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person