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.
Legal Assistant/Paralegal Shahzad R. Khan Legal, PLLC Allen, TX Job Details Part-time | Full-time $15 - $18 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Urdu Immigration law Professional ethics Filing Client file management Legal document sorting and filing Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Legal administrative experience Desktop applications Law office experience Productivity software Hindi Associate's degree Immigration support Paralegal Certificate Office experience Office record organization Full Job Description Established immigration law firm located in Allen, TX is looking to add a team member who: Shares the vision of providing prompt, professional, and practical assistance to all members of the legal team. Gather documents, correspond with Employment based and Family based clients, Update database, Assist with drafting of forms, letters, invoices, etc, organize and create complete file for attorney review Assist attorney with additional correspondence, contacting government agencies, updating client information, etc. Answer incoming telephone calls, determine purpose of callers Schedule appointments for attorney, maintain & update calendars, remind attorney of the appointments Complete copy, scanning, unloading, and mailing of visa petitions to proper location Operate at all times with the utmost integrity and loyalty to the law firm Must have an attention to detail Go above and beyond the norm to serve clients and law firm
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High School Diploma required; Some College or Associates Degree preferred; Paralegal Certificate or Legal Assistant Certificate preferred. Experience in an office environment required Immigration law experience required. Additional training provided. Committed to doing a job well, being teachable, and looking to learn and grow. Ability to follow instructions, but also work independently. Ability to prioritize tasks according to importance. Able to multi-task without compromising quality. Must be proficient in handling office equipment Dependable, punctual, and ready to work. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications and Google Applications. fluency in a second language is preferred - Urdu/Hindi/Arabic Ability to utilize law firm technology, applications to perform work. Usage of docketwise preferred. Ability to calendar dates, take notes, update file entries, and file documents, receipts and other documents in client files. Must be highly ethical and professional and be able to work in a fast paced environment. No College/University/Paralegal school students
