***This is an Onsite Part-Time (24 hours per week) short-term contract job
***3-Days (24 hours) fully onsite in Philadelphia, PA
Title: Paralegal Assistant
Terms of Employment
W2 Contract, 2 Months
This is a part-time opportunity (Tue, wed and Thurs) onsite at Philadelphia, PA
Overview
Our Client is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Paralegal Assistant to join the team. This role is critical in supporting the attorneys by managing complex administrative tasks, ensuring the seamless flow of legal documentation, and maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who relies on experience and sound judgment to navigate complicated tasks and meet rigorous deadlines
Responsibilities
Prepare, proofread, and process high-quality legal products, including briefs, motions, and court documents, ensuring strict adherence to legal formatting and filing standards.
Relieve attorneys of administrative burdens by managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating travel arrangements.
Serve as the first point of contact for clients and callers; provide accurate information while maintaining a professional and helpful demeanor.
Use independent judgment to plan and prioritize a variety of complicated tasks, ensuring all goals and court deadlines are met.
Handle sensitive and confidential material with the utmost integrity and discretion.
Maintain electronic and physical filing systems, process mail, and manage office business details as required.
Required Skills & Experience
An Associate's degree or its equivalent.
2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Proven ability to handle high-level confidential information with professional sensitivity
Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.