What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Based Paralegal position at Clarkson Law Firm?
CT Based Paralegal
We are seeking an experienced Paralegal with strong Connecticut e-filing skills to join our growing plaintiff-side class action team. The paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including, but not limited to, document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, fact checking; discovery responses; deposition prep and notices; reservation of travel; expense reporting; preparation and filing of legal documents; and trial preparation. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform e-filing in Connecticut state and federal courts (experience in CA a plus).
- Drafting correspondence
- Assisting with deposition preparation
- Creating shell legal documents for motions, other filings, and discovery
- Organizing and maintaining case and research files
- Assisting with trial and hearing preparation
- Maintaining billable hour records
- Staying up to date on court procedural rules
- Maintaining attorneys' calendars with absolute precision
- Scheduling meetings and travel
- Maintaining expense and budget reports
- Interfacing with court personnel, clients, and co-counsel
- Other duties as assigned
Education/Job Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3 years of paralegal experience
- 2 years of e-filing experience in CT state and federal court (CA a strong plus)
- Plaintiff-side class action experience, ideally in the areas of consumer protection
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong time management and prioritization skills
- Ability to collaborate with a team
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Facility with standard office programs (Adobe, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to work overtime as necessary
- Responsible, prompt, courteous, and helpful
Salary range: $33-$43/hr
Salary : $33 - $43