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What they do
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.
$64,803 / year median in Maryland
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Job Requirements This paralegal position supports the Office of the General Counsel's Labor & Employment practice group. The successful applicant must have excellent organizational and time management skills, as well as experience: Working as a paralegal in a litigation or administrative (EEOC/MCCR) practice. Composing professional correspondence, memos and reports. Proofreading and correcting prepared materials for correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, format, syntax and content. Collecting, organizing, and preparing exhibits. Managing dockets. Reviewing documents and creating outlines, timelines, and other summary materials. Assisting attorneys with matter tracking and management in electronic software platforms. Organizing and maintaining files. Work Experience Paralegal experience in an administrative or litigation practice. Experience in labor and employment preferred. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to work in collegial, but busy legal practice. Education and Experience 1. High School Diploma is required. 2. Associates Degree in relevant applicable field is preferred. 3. Five years of experience as a paralegal and/or law clerk is required. Admission to the Maryland State Bar may be substituted for one year of experience 4. Certificate in Paralegal Studies is preferred. 5. Health care experience is preferred.