Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team in Somerset, Massachusetts. In this role, you will provide support to attorneys and clients across a variety of legal practice areas, ensuring the smooth operation of case management, document preparation, research, and administrative functions. Your energetic approach and strong organizational skills will help drive efficiency and uphold the highest standards of legal service. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your legal expertise while contributing to impactful cases in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys with case preparation and management, including drafting legal documents, contracts, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
- Conduct comprehensive legal research utilizing legal research tools to support case strategies across diverse practice areas such as estate planning, civil litigation, family law, criminal defense law, and more.
- Manage document review processes and maintain meticulous case files using document management systems; ensure all records are organized and accessible.
- Support litigation activities by preparing pleadings, filing documents with courts, coordinating discovery efforts and monitoring deadlines.
- Perform data entry and administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and maintaining client records with efficiency.
- Communicate with clients to gather pertinent information for cases involving personal injury, probate, estate planning or other legal matters.
- Proofread and edit legal documents for accuracy and professionalism in all written communications.
- Provide executive administrative support including phone etiquette, organizational assistance, and managing multiple priorities seamlessly.
Experience
- Paralegal experience or equivalent legal administrative experience is required; familiarity with law office procedures is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of procedural law across various practice areas such as probate, family law and general & commercial litigation.
- Proficiency in legal research tools including Westlaw and LexisNexis; experience with document management systems like Clio is advantageous.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; proofreading skills are essential for ensuring accuracy.
- Experience with project management in a legal setting will be considered a plus.
- Effective interviewing skills combined with professional phone etiquette to interact confidently with clients and team members.
This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to grow their career in the legal field by supporting diverse practice areas through dedicated service and meticulous work. Join us to be part of a team committed to excellence!
Company DescriptionWe are a small, client-focused law firm with a diverse practice that includes civil litigation, personal injury, estate planning, probate administration, family law, and related legal matters. Our firm offers staff the opportunity to gain meaningful hands-on experience, work directly with clients, and handle a broad range of challenging and rewarding cases in a collegial and supportive environment. We value professionalism, initiative, and a commitment to excellent client service.
Company Description
We are a small, client-focused law firm with a diverse practice that includes civil litigation, personal injury, estate planning, probate administration, family law, and related legal matters. Our firm offers staff the opportunity to gain meaningful hands-on experience, work directly with clients, and handle a broad range of challenging and rewarding cases in a collegial and supportive environment. We value professionalism, initiative, and a commitment to excellent client service.