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Experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Summary: Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle & Townsend, an established downtown Austin law firm, seeks a highly motivated paralegal or legal assistant for its Districts and Water practice groups. This position will perform substantive work such as legal research, investigating facts, and preparing documents to assist the managing partner and senior paralegals in delivering legal services. The ideal candidate will have solid academic credentials, exceptional attention to detail, team orientation, and 1-6 years of experience.

Lloyd Gosselink offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision insurance coverage; short-term disability; employer-funded long-term disability and long-term care; a 401(k) plan with employer contribution; paid parking in downtown Austin; PTO, holiday and incentive pay; paid parental leave; and an Employee Assistance Program.

Lloyd Gosselink Rochelle & Townsend is committed to creating a workplace where our unique life experiences align to enhance service to our clients, while enriching the work-life of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and filing of pleadings and briefs, including proofreading, editing, fact-checking, and adherence to citation guidelines
• Perform research in both internal and external databases and summarize findings to assist attorneys in answering legal questions
• Draft applications, responses to requests for information, extension requests, etc.
• Monitor state and federal regulations impacting client interests
• Ensure documents and emails are properly saved in Firm’s Document Management System and/or paper files
• Calculate and calendar deadlines and ensure attorney and practice group calendars are accurate
• Communicate with clients, consultants, and attorneys on client matters
• Draft and update attorney presentations
• E-File and E-serve case documents
• Time and billing

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 1-6 years in a similar role in a law firm environment
• Associate of Arts or equivalent college experience
• Excellent writing, organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrate a high level of ethical conduct and ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and personnel information
• Ability to work and communicate with all levels of internal and external clients
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel
• A self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team and to manage completing priorities effectively
• Excellent time management and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certificate from accredited Paralegal Studies program and/or Masters in Legal Studies
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Westlaw or LexisNexis experience
• Experience working with or for various state administrative agencies
• Experience and interest in administrative law (Environmental/Natural Resources Law a plus)
• Litigation experience a plus

NOTE

• This is an in-person/ on-site position.
• Remote work is available one day each week after onboarding.
• Pre-employment screening assessment(s) to evaluate skill levels and competencies required for this position may be given.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Law Office: 3 years (Preferred)
• Paralegal: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person