What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Case Manager position at Craig K. Perry & Associates?
Mainly Remote Work for Paralegal living in St. George/Hurricane Utah area for Nevada Law Firm
We primarily work remotely. Attorney is licensed in Nevada and works only on Nevada cases, but has worked remotely for 20 years and desires to have a paralegal located in the St. George/Washington/Hurricane area to periodically come in for work/training, etc.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Paralegal/Case Manager to join our legal team. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing a diverse portfolio of legal cases across multiple practice areas, including personal injury and administrative law cases with various Nevada licensing boards, such as the nursing board, pharmacy board and medical board. Your proactive approach will ensure efficient case progression, meticulous document management, and clear communication with clients and internal teams. This position offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your legal support skills while contributing to impactful legal work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist office manager and attorney with case preparation, including drafting demand packages, settlement letters, other legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence with precision and attention to detail.
- Conduct legal and other types of research for office manager and attorney.
- Manage case files using document management using my case and other internally developed software tools, ensuring all files are organized, up-to-date, and compliant with procedural law requirements.
- Coordinate potential client interviews and gather essential before and after initial consultations to facilitate case development.
- Support project management efforts by tracking deadlines, court filings, and procedural milestones to ensure timely case progression.
- Review and proofread legal documents for accuracy, clarity, and adherence to legal standards; handle transcription and proofreading tasks as needed.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while providing executive administrative support to attorneys and legal staff.
- Assist with document review processes for civil litigation support and document management systems to streamline workflow.
Qualifications
- Proven paralegal experience with a strong background in multiple practice areas such as personal injury and administrative law.
- Proficiency in legal case management software MyCase; strong organizational skills for managing multiple cases simultaneously.
- Working knowledge of using AI to facilitate productivity
- Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents, correspondence, and reports; ability to proofread meticulously.
- Strong client communication skills coupled with professional phone etiquette; ability to interview clients effectively.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information responsibly while maintaining high ethical standards.
- Knowledge of various laws (administrative procedure act, other board codes for NSBN, NBOP, etc. is very helpful
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), use of AI for certain types of research
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Join us in delivering exceptional legal support that empowers our law firm to serve clients effectively! This paid position offers a vibrant work environment where your expertise will make a meaningful difference every day.
Pay: $25.53 - $30.75 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hurricane, UT 84737
Salary : $26 - $31