<span>Paralegal</span>

Palmer Staffing Services • Washington, DC

370d • $62,400 - $62,400

About The Position

The Paralegal position at a prominent Washington, DC law firm involves providing comprehensive support to attorneys and legal teams. The role emphasizes attention to detail, particularly in Bluebook cite-checking and proofreading, while managing multiple deadlines and coordinating workflows. The ideal candidate will have a strong desire for professional growth within the legal field and will be expected to assist in various legal tasks, including case preparation and research.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree with excellent academic credentials.
• Paralegal certificate is a plus.
• Proficient in Bluebook cite-checking and legal writing.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, writing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Research experience in a legal context.
• Willingness to take responsibility for assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Minimum of 3 years solid paralegal experience, particularly in proofreading and Bluebook cite-checking.
• Litigation experience in a law firm environment is preferred; FERC experience is a plus.
• Management and training experience are advantageous.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a collegial, teamwork-focused environment.
• Flexibility for occasional overtime, typically known in advance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of briefs and pleadings, focusing on cite-checking and Bluebooking.
• Monitor cases and agency filings for attorneys and clients, ensuring accuracy in documentation.
• Prepare reports for attorneys and clients on industry trends, updates, and deadlines.
• Manage multiple deadlines on competing projects effectively.
• Coordinate workflows with multiple lawyers and employees to ensure smooth operations.
• Actively listen to and report on regulatory commission meetings.
• Respond to research requests promptly and accurately.
• Maintain case document databases for easy access and organization.
• Identify and assemble documents relevant to case issues as needed.
• Participate in team discussions regarding case strategies and approaches.
• Assist in discovery and trial preparation, providing necessary support to attorneys.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $30/hour.
• Opportunity to work in a prominent law firm environment.
• Gain experience in various legal tasks and responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree