Paralegal

Walker Bowen Talent Partners•Clarksville, MD

13d•$60,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

A small, established boutique general practice law firm in Howard County is seeking an experienced Paralegal with 5+ years of experience to join its team. The firm offers flexibility for the right candidate to work fully in-office or on a hybrid schedule. This position is best suited for a seasoned, self-directed paralegal who can quickly step into an active caseload and contribute with minimal ramp-up time. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who anticipates needs, stays ahead of deadlines, and is comfortable taking ownership of assignments without significant day-to-day direction.

Requirements

5+ years of substantive paralegal experience required
Proficiency with MDEC and Maryland e-filing procedures required
Strong working knowledge of Maryland courts, procedures and filing requirements
Experience supporting multiple practice areas within a general practice, boutique or small-firm environment preferred
Demonstrated ability to independently manage assignments, priorities and deadlines
Proactive self-starter who takes initiative, anticipates needs and requires minimal supervision
Ability to quickly become productive within an established practice and confidently manage day-to-day responsibilities
Strong legal writing, proofreading and document preparation skills
Experience conducting legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis or comparable platforms
Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, PDF preparation and electronic document management
Experience with legal practice, case management and/or document management systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to effectively manage multiple active matters and competing deadlines
Professional, dependable and comfortable communicating directly with clients
Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive paralegal and case management support across a variety of general practice matters
Draft, prepare, proofread and format pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, agreements, correspondence and other legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail
File pleadings and other court documents through Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC)
Manage active case files, document review and electronic and physical records while maintaining confidentiality
Manage court dates, filing deadlines, hearings, depositions, appointments and other critical deadlines
Assist with discovery, including document collection, organization, review, records requests and production
Conduct legal and factual research using legal research platforms
Prepare and organize exhibits, case materials and supporting documentation
Assist with transactional and non-litigation matters, including document preparation and client follow-up
Communicate directly and professionally with clients, including gathering information and documentation necessary to move matters forward
Communicate with opposing counsel, courts, government agencies and other third parties
Assist attorneys with hearings, mediations, depositions, closings and trial preparation
Proactively monitor matters, anticipate next steps and follow up on outstanding items and deadlines
Provide additional legal and administrative support as needed in a small-firm environment