What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal - General Interest position at The Mom Project?
The Mom Project is excited to support their partner, a MI based automotive client, with their upcoming contract based hiring needs.
Please note this is a general interest posting. If this role sounds like it could be a match for what you’re seeking, we want to hear from you! Please complete our short application and we will contact you accordingly for roles and locations that fit your profile.
Typical Locations/Schedule
The main function of a paralegal is to assist lawyers by researching legal precedent, investigating facts, or preparing legal documents. A typical paralegal is responsible for conducting research to support a legal proceeding, formulate a defense or to initiate legal action.
Responsibilities
We offer a competitive salary range for our positions. Most candidates who join the team are hired at the median of the posted range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Please note this is a general interest posting. If this role sounds like it could be a match for what you’re seeking, we want to hear from you! Please complete our short application and we will contact you accordingly for roles and locations that fit your profile.
Typical Locations/Schedule
- Hybrid - in Warren, MI or Detroit, MI with at least 3 days/week on-site.
The main function of a paralegal is to assist lawyers by researching legal precedent, investigating facts, or preparing legal documents. A typical paralegal is responsible for conducting research to support a legal proceeding, formulate a defense or to initiate legal action.
Responsibilities
- Prepare correspondence and legal papers such as summonses, complaints, motions, responses, and subpoenas under the supervision of an attorney or a paralegal.
- Review legal journals and assist with legal research.
- May assist new lawyers in how to prepare documents for submission to the courts.
- Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records.
- Attend legal meetings, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions, and take notes.
- Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.
- Prepare and process legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements.
- Bachelor's degree in paralegal studies preferred
- 0-2 years related experience required.
- Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Basic ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
- Basic knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, and the democratic political process.
- Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
We offer a competitive salary range for our positions. Most candidates who join the team are hired at the median of the posted range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.