What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal Assistant position at Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers, LLP?
At Smith Debnam, our philosophy is simple - to provide the best possible value to our clients. We firmly believe that the key to delivering such a value is equally simple - the people who make it happen. Our professional service team, the attorneys, paralegals, and staff, are therefore our most important assets. We are committed to maintaining an environment that provides professional fulfillment, actively supports professional development, and communicates the value of each person's contributions.
Smith Debnam has been providing legal services to businesses and individuals in the Carolinas for more than 50 years. We provide employees with an enriching, professional work environment that rewards employee excellence, fosters teamwork, and supports professional development. Our employees also enjoy competitive salaries, quality benefit programs and flexible work hours.
Summary of Position:
Under the general direction and supervision of the attorney(s), this position is responsible for providing legal and administrative support. General duties include clerk interaction, requesting affidavits & preparing complaints.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Proofread and edit legal documents and other written materials to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Utilize technical resources and information to prepare affidavits & complaints for distribution.
- Correspond with various court personnel, local counsel, and adversary attorneys.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor and/or attorney(s).
- Responsible for performance administrative tasks related to the lawsuit process, including document preparation, filing, and tracking deadlines.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a professional services setting.
- Basic understanding of litigation legal process preferred.
- Minimum of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college preferred.
- Proven ability to work within a team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong ability to analyze, problem solve, and multi-task.
- Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks appropriately.