What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant Paralegal position at MHK Attorneys?
Company Description
MHK Attorneys is a leading law firm in Northeast Pennsylvania, committed to assisting individuals with a wide range of legal matters. Since 1997, the firm has successfully handled over 20,000 cases in areas such as personal injury, family law, workers' compensation, estate planning, and Social Security Disability (SSD). Serving clients from offices in Pocono Summit, Brodheadsville, and Stroudsburg, MHK Attorneys prides itself on protecting clients in the present and ensuring their future well-being. We serve communities throughout Monroe County, Pike County, Carbon County, the Lehigh Valley, and beyond with dedication and expertise.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site Legal Assistant Paralegal role based in Brodheadsville, PA. The Legal Assistant Paralegal will provide administrative and legal support to attorneys, including drafting legal documents, organizing case files, managing deadlines, and communicating with clients. Additional responsibilities include legal research, scheduling meetings, filing legal documents with courts, and ensuring compliance with legal procedures.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in drafting legal documents, case management, and maintaining organized legal files
- Strong legal research and analytical skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with clients and team members
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Familiarity with court filing procedures and legal compliance requirements
- Proficiency in office software and legal research tools
- Experience as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal preferred
- Experience in personal injury, family law, and workers' compensation is an advantage