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.
Real Estate, Business, and Estate Planning Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C. Sioux Falls, SD Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Word embeddings Productivity software
Full Job Description Description:
Woods Fuller Law Firm is seeking an experienced full-time Paralegal to join our fast-paced Business, Real Estate and Estate Planning practice groups. Successful candidate will have the ability to demonstrate excellent organization skills, attention to detail and communications skills, and be a motivated, hardworking team player with impeccable organization and communication skills.
Duties Include:
Communicating directly and effectively with attorneys, clients, staff, clerk's offices, and other relevant contacts. Professionally assisting attorneys and staff with general duties required of a paralegal. Prepare estate and probate documents; Attendance at the execution of wills, real estate closings, depositions, court and administrative hearings and trials. Prepare tax and regulatory filings; Meet with Clients Conduct UCC searches; assisting with real estate and commercial transactions. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks under time constraints; Provide outstanding client-centered service; Draft corporate maintenance documents;
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Schedule:
8 hours per day Monday to
Friday Requirements:
Skills required: Knowledge of legal principles and practices; Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft products; Strong organization and prioritization skills; Strong ability to work independently; Strong interpersonal skills; Strong attention to detail; Willingness to work occasional overtime or adjusted hours as needed; Professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance FSA HSA Dependent Care Account Life insurance Long Term Care Paid time off Vision insurance Equal Opportunity Employer Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, disability, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, or genetic information. In addition to federal law requirements, Woods, Fuller, Shultz & Smith P.C. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
