Paralegal Aide (6383)

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal Aide. This full-time position pays $20/hr, and is located in Providence, RI.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assists staff attorneys and Executive Director of state government agency with various aspects of legal work, including research, document drafting and interviews.
• Assist with administrative hearing and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research to determine precedence or to help build a case.
• Draft legal documents, including affidavits, subpoenas, motions, briefs, deposition notices, decisions on motions and decision & orders.
• Arrange appointments and correspond with parties and representatives.
• Interview parties and witnesses.
• Handle various aspects of discovery, including document review and production.
• Organize case files.
• Directly supervised by staff attorneys and executive director.
• Manage exhibits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Demonstrated aptitude/proficiency in:

• Legal writing
• Law/legal terminology
• Legal processes and procedures
• Business communications
• Research (Westlaw)
• Investigation
• Interviewing
• Word, Excel
• Appointment setting

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Effective time management and task-prioritization skills.
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and adapt to changing needs.
• Highly motivated.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, pre-law, legal studies or related field and/or paralegal certification (Certified Paralegal, Professional Paralegal or Certified Legal Professional).
• Have gained through five years’ employment as a paralegal in a law firm or government agency setting.
• OR Any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Working hours M-F, 9:00am-4:30pm.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.
• You like to make your employer look good.
• You find solutions, where others only see problems.
• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.
• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.
• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

· Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.
· Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full- time employment
· Health Savings Account
· Pet insurance.
· 401k with a generous employer match.
· ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee.
· Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children.
· Short and Long Term Disability.
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
· Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.
· Sick leave varies by state – be sure to inquire with your Recruiter.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20