What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Walker Bowen Talent Partners?
A small, established boutique general practice law firm in Howard County is seeking an experienced Paralegal with 5 years of experience to join its team. The firm offers flexibility for the right candidate to work fully in-office or on a hybrid schedule.
This position is best suited for a seasoned, self-directed paralegal who can quickly step into an active caseload and contribute with minimal ramp-up time. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who anticipates needs, stays ahead of deadlines, and is comfortable taking ownership of assignments without significant day-to-day direction.
Duties
- Provide comprehensive paralegal and case management support across a variety of general practice matters
- Draft, prepare, proofread and format pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, agreements, correspondence and other legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail
- File pleadings and other court documents through Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC)
- Manage active case files, document review and electronic and physical records while maintaining confidentiality
- Manage court dates, filing deadlines, hearings, depositions, appointments and other critical deadlines
- Assist with discovery, including document collection, organization, review, records requests and production
- Conduct legal and factual research using legal research platforms
- Prepare and organize exhibits, case materials and supporting documentation
- Assist with transactional and non-litigation matters, including document preparation and client follow-up
- Communicate directly and professionally with clients, including gathering information and documentation necessary to move matters forward
- Communicate with opposing counsel, courts, government agencies and other third parties
- Assist attorneys with hearings, mediations, depositions, closings and trial preparation
- Proactively monitor matters, anticipate next steps and follow up on outstanding items and deadlines
- Provide additional legal and administrative support as needed in a small-firm environment
Requirements
- 5 years of substantive paralegal experience required
- Proficiency with MDEC and Maryland e-filing procedures required
- Strong working knowledge of Maryland courts, procedures and filing requirements
- Experience supporting multiple practice areas within a general practice, boutique or small-firm environment preferred
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage assignments, priorities and deadlines
- Proactive self-starter who takes initiative, anticipates needs and requires minimal supervision
- Ability to quickly become productive within an established practice and confidently manage day-to-day responsibilities
- Strong legal writing, proofreading and document preparation skills
- Experience conducting legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis or comparable platforms
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365, particularly Word, Outlook and Excel
- Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, PDF preparation and electronic document management
- Experience with legal practice, case management and/or document management systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to effectively manage multiple active matters and competing deadlines
- Professional, dependable and comfortable communicating directly with clients
- Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
Benefits
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced paralegal who enjoys the variety, autonomy and hands-on nature of a boutique general practice. You’ll work directly with attorneys and clients, handle a diverse range of matters, and have the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of your work within a collaborative firm environment.
The firm offers flexibility based on the candidate’s preference. The position may be fully in-office or hybrid, with a combination of in-office and remote work. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to the firm's Howard County office when working in person.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Clarksville, MD 21029
Salary : $60,000