What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal/Legal Assistant position at Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC?
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The team at Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC is seeking a PARALEGAL/LEGAL ASSISTANT. This individual must excel in a fast-paced work environment and work well individually and as part of a legal team.
Job Duties:
- Working closely with the attorneys and other paralegals to assist in handling guardianship and commissioner cases from intake through court pleadings, service, and hearings
- Completing service on all proper parties in an efficient and timely manner
- Maintaining attorney calendars and case files
- Scheduling appointments and court dates
- Serving as a liaison between the client and attorney and maintaining regular contact with the client to keep him or her updated
- Electronically filing documents for court
- Maintaining a clean and inviting work environment
To be considered candidates must have:
- Positive and inclusive attitude
- Excellent calendaring and organization skills
- Effective communication skills, particularly when dealing with emotional individuals
- Ability to remain professional and courteous during stressful circumstances
- Basic computer proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to multitask and prioritize
- Ability to work well in a collaborative legal team environment
- Strong attention to detail
Additional Characteristics Considered, but not required:
· Customer service background
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours), Monday through Friday, 8:30 am until 5:30 pm
Pay: $15.00 to $18.00 per hour to start, plus benefits. Pay will be adjusted after 90 days if it is found to be a good fit. We provide paid time off and paid holidays, supplemental benefits, and 401(k), and offer a work-life balance. Pay will be reviewed regularly and increased with experience.
To apply: If you are interested in applying for this job, DO NOT hit the apply button on this website. Instead, send an email to hailey(at)shws.law with no more than two paragraphs about why you are interested in this job and attaching your resume. The subject line should be “I love guardianships!” and “bonus points” are given to applicants including their best lawyer joke.
Experience:
- Experience not required; we will train the right person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $15.00 to $18.00 per hour, with opportunities for growth
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18