Paralegal

Cobb Professional Services • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Seeking Paralegal to support attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and closings, as well as in managing cases and performing legal research. The paralegal will assist the law firm with running more efficiently and effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years experience
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related field (may require paralegal certification)
• Strong research and writing skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures
• Proficiency in office software and legal research tools
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Ability to analyze complex information, identify key details, and perform thorough legal research.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills for drafting documents and interacting with clients, witnesses, and other legal professionals.
• Exceptional ability to manage large volumes of documents, evidence, and case files efficiently.
• Expertise in using legal databases, case management software, and electronic filing systems.
• Capacity to identify and resolve legal challenges independently and creatively within legal guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Conducting extensive research using both traditional and electronic methods to find relevant case law, statutes, articles, and documents to support a case.
• Drafting and analyzing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, affidavits, briefs, contracts, and correspondence.
• Organizing and maintaining case files, evidence, and other legal documents.
• Interviewing clients to gather information, communicating with clients to provide updates, and assisting with witness interviews and statements.
• Assembling litigation bundles, preparing exhibits, organizing trial notebooks, and supporting attorneys during trials and hearings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree