RPM Paralegal

Brock & Scott • Wilkesboro, NC

7d

About The Position

Brock & Scott, PLLC is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced RPM Paralegal to provide legal and administrative support to attorneys in the department. The role involves document preparation and review, legal research, case management, investigations, fact checking, and trial preparation, while maintaining accurate and organized case files. The paralegal will communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, attorneys, and other professionals, and must handle confidential information with discretion. Applicants must currently reside within the firm’s geographic footprint: AL, CT, FL, GA, IN, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, or WV. Employment is contingent on completing applicable pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include criminal background, conflict of interest, employment and education verification, and drug screening. The stated compensation range is $20.00–$25.00 per hour; actual compensation may vary based on location, experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

The firm describes opportunities to grow a legal career alongside experienced attorneys and legal professionals, and emphasizes accuracy, professionalism, teamwork, and quality client service. Full-time employees receive benefits beginning on the first of the month following hire. After a 90-day introductory period, the firm provides a basic life insurance policy at no cost. Full-time employees also receive paid holidays and PTO. Employees over age 21 become eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) plan after six months of service, beginning at the start of the next quarter.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience or equivalent experience with Brock & Scott, PLLC.
• Experience with legal document preparation, research, case management, and court filing procedures.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, principles, pleadings, and processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple assignments and consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment while maintaining confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team.
• Applicants must currently reside within the stated geographic footprint.
• Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings and verifications.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases, projects, and case-related matters.
• Prepare, draft, review, and organize legal documents, including routine pleadings, motions, affidavits, interrogatories, and other case-related documents.
• File motions, pleadings, and other legal documents in accordance with applicable judicial procedures and deadlines.
• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources.
• Prepare written research and analysis for attorneys.
• Assist with investigations, fact checking, and gathering information relevant to assigned cases.
• Prepare, organize, maintain, store, and retrieve case files, including evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other case-related materials.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and other case preparation activities.
• Maintain accurate records of billable hours and time spent on specific cases.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, opposing counsel, and other professionals as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and firm information and exercise appropriate discretion in handling sensitive matters.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Critical illness coverage
• Basic life insurance policy at no cost after the 90-day introductory period, equal to one times annual salary, with a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $200,000
• Paid holidays, including six firm-recognized holidays and one Day of Observance
• 12 days of PTO per year, accruing monthly and credited on the 15th of each month; PTO benefits increase after 2 years and again after 5 years of employment
• 401(k) plan eligibility for employees over age 21 after six months of service, beginning at the start of the next quarter

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED