What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Fute?
What We're Looking For
A minimum of five years of paralegal experience in plaintiff's personal injury is preferred, though candidates with an insurance defense background and a genuine interest in transitioning to plaintiff-side work are encouraged to apply. More important than your background is your work ethic, your organizational skills, and your commitment to doing things the right way. We work in Clio, Microsoft Word, and Outlook.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of law and legal procedures, including experience with legal document preparation and drafting
- Skills in providing support to legal professionals, including legal assistance and case management
- Strong clerical and organizational skills, including filing, data entry, and maintaining records
- Diary management skills for scheduling and coordinating appointments
- Proficiency in relevant office software and legal tools: Clio, Outlook, MS Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information
- Experience in a law firm or legal office setting is a plus
- High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree or legal secretary certification preferred)
- Spanish Bilingual Preferred, not a must.