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Legal Staff Paralegal in Atlanta, GA
Atlanta, GA, United States
Industry: Legal | Type: Full-Time
Posted Date: May 01, 2024
Experience: 1 Years
Practice Areas: Litigation
Qualifications: Qualifications: A paralegal certificate, diploma or degree, OR An associate s degree (non-paralegal) and 1 year of paralegal experience, OR 3 years of documented paralegal experience; AND the ability to type, exhibits high level of attention to detail and strong communication skills.
Preferred qualifications: Certified Paralegal (CP) or Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) certification recognized by the ABA or Georgia State Bar, and three years of paralegal experience. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Current commission as a notary public and/or willingness to obtain notary public commission. Strong organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Job Description:
Paralegal
Duties: Assists with case evaluations by obtaining additional information or evidence from clients and witnesses. Prepares cases for hearings by organizing files, communicating with clients and witnesses regarding logistics, interviewing and subpoenaing witnesses, and preparing exhibits. Performs legal research as directed by attorneys including analyzing rules, regulations, case law, and statutory law. Drafts correspondence and legal documents such as case initiation forms, legal memoranda, and discovery responses. Pulls court documents from dockets; e-files pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with various Georgia and federal courts through online court systems. Proofreads and cite checks legal motions and briefs. Serves as communication liaison between the division and respondents, attorneys, courts, and clients. Responds to inquiries received from clients and the general public. Maintains, organizes, and manages case records, including up to date information on case status and upcoming deadlines. Attends/assists attorneys with hearings and client meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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