Criminal Paralegal

Manuel Diaz Law Firm PC • Dallas, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC. is seeking a dynamic, self-starting individual with vision, initiative, and a demonstrated commitment to serve as a Bilingual (Spanish) Paralegal in the Criminal Department. The Paralegal will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.

Requirements

• 2 or more years' experience as paralegal or legal assistant in Criminal Law
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in English and Spanish
• Working knowledge of case management software
• Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness
• Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.
• Administratively support and attend trials when needed
• Prepare case briefs and summarize depositions, interrogatories and testimony
• Conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research
• Locate and develop case relevant information
• Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence
• Answer and direct phone calls
• Maintain contact lists
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars
• Translations (In-office and Out-of-Office)

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Life insurance
• STD/LTD coverage
• Paid time off
• 401 (k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed