Lit Paralegal

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Lit Paralegal

The candidate will research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions and legal codes. Prepares legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, responses, objections, and notices. Research for missing information and documents, and requests from clients, if needed. Edits and revises documents as instructed by Attorney and Client. File legal documents with using the court’s required method. Prepare Attorney for hearings and trials, receive hearing and trial results from Attorney and Court, and communicate results to the client. Retrieve, review, and analyze specific dockets and all incoming mail received through the physical mail or through the Court’s Electronic Case Filing system. Make Attorneys and/or clients aware of any situation(s) that may require attention. Communicate, negotiate settlements, and otherwise work with opposing counsel on matters requiring you to do so. Perform investigations for identification and location of parties, file summonses with court, choose process servers, maintain contact and specific instruction to process servers and private investigators. Subpoena and notify witnesses of trial. Draft witness outlines and lists. Create and compile trial documents, chronology or timeline notebooks, trial notebooks, and exhibit lists. High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Legal experience or an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal or related field is needed. Intermediate knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office Programs are required. Should have the ability to type a minimum of 45 WPM. Strong data entry skills are essential.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 1002.

Company info

SouthLaw, P.C.
1823 Harney Street Suite 101
Omaha
Nebraska
United States 68102
Website : http://www.southlaw.com