Paralegal

CSI•Wall Township, NJ

About The Position

CSI Group Law Firm is seeking a full-time Paralegal to join its growing firm. The Paralegal assists attorneys by providing clerical and legal support, including preparing and reviewing documents, interviewing clients, conducting research, and preparing for appointments. CSI Group is a family-owned firm based in Red Bank, New Jersey, with more than 20 locations across New Jersey, New York, and Florida. The company is expanding and offers opportunities for career growth and internal promotion. The role involves supporting attorneys on estate planning, real estate, and related matters; maintaining client files and attorney calendars; coordinating meetings and conferences; and tracking billable hours. Compensation is competitive, with a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

Requirements

Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field.
Paralegal certificate.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, and related matters.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to function well in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion and good judgment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Nice To Haves

Some related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned projects.
Draft legal documents, including wills, trusts, estate planning documents, and real estate transaction documents.
Interview clients and witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements.
Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve client files, including financial documents, wills, depositions, pleadings, and other personal or case-related documents.
Organize client conferences and attorney meetings.
Transcribe, format, input, edit, retrieve, copy, and transmit text, data, and graphics to support case preparation.
Prepare for client appointments, take notes during appointments, and act as a witness at signings.
Maintain attorney calendars by planning and scheduling conferences, teleconferences, and depositions, and anticipating changes in litigation or transaction preparation requirements.
Maintain records of billable hours spent on specific cases.
Perform other related duties as assigned.