Job Description
Paralegals are responsible for a variety of tasks to support solicitors, including maintaining and organising files, conducting legal research and drafting documents.
Paralegals work in teams with solicitors, fellow paralegals and other employees in the office. They also have frequent interactions with clients and third-party vendors such as Barristers, Medical Assessors etc.
Job Title
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Paralegal
Work Schedule
- Day Shift
Job Qualifications/Requirements
- Relevant qualifications in legal studies, such as a diploma or degree in paralegal studies, law, or a related field.
- Previous experience in a paralegal role is preferred, providing familiarity with legal procedures and documentation.
- Strong understanding of legal terminology, legislation, and practices relevant to the area of law practiced by the firm.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Strong research, writing, and communication abilities.
- Proficiency in using legal management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- High ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.
- Team-oriented mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development and training, including participation in continuing legal education (CLE) opportunities.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Strong proficiency in English, particularly for phone communication.
Job Responsibilities
- Investigate the facts of the claim.
- Organise and maintain documents in paper and Action Step, which involves uploading all soft and hard copies of documents received and clearly describing them for easy identification.
- Management of lawyers’ diaries, including carefully and accurately recording Court dates and orders, medical appointments and court attendances.
- Preparation of correspondence and court documents, including Subpoenas to Produce documents and ensuring production by witnesses.
- Preparation of briefs to counsel.
- Regularly liaising with clients and external providers.
- Sound knowledge of legislation impacting on the area of practice e.g. Civil Liability Act, Contracts Act etc.
- Ability to appear confidently in routine client meetings, conferences and / or Courts.
- Participate, prepare and present / share knowledge of any external CLE or lectures relevant to the practice area – to enhance professional development.
- Effectively record all time spend on tasks and meet WIP and fee budgets in Action Step.
- Other general administrative responsibilities.
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