Transactional / Litigation Paralegal

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year, DOE

Job Description

York Howell is a well-respected boutique law firm in South Jordan, Utah, and is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join our team. This position will provide direct support to both a transactional attorney and two litigation attorneys. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a law firm environment and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines.

As a Paralegal/Legal Assistant, you will assist with a broad range of legal matters, including business transactions, real estate and corporate matters, contract drafting and review, civil litigation, discovery, trial preparation, and general case management. This role requires a detail-oriented and organized professional who can thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and client service.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will regularly interact with clients, attorneys, courts, opposing counsel, government agencies, and other third-party professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with transactional matters, including drafting, reviewing, organizing, and managing contracts, business documents, corporate records, and closing documents.
• Assist with entity formations, annual filings, corporate governance records, and business transactions.
• Prepare, review, file, and organize legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other case-related materials.
• Maintain litigation calendars, monitor deadlines, schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
• Assist with all phases of discovery, including document collection, organization, review, and production.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, government agencies, title companies, lenders, and other third parties as needed.
• Conduct legal and factual research using online legal research platforms and public records databases.
• Prepare attorneys for hearings, mediations, depositions, trials, closings, and other legal proceedings.
• Manage and maintain electronic and physical client files in accordance with firm policies and legal standards.
• Draft correspondence and communicate professionally with clients and third parties.
• Maintain a high level of organization while managing multiple matters, deadlines, and priorities.
• Assist with billing, time entry, and other administrative tasks as assigned.
• Perform additional legal and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a law firm setting.
• Experience supporting attorneys in transactional matters, litigation matters, or both.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with clients, attorneys, courts, and other professionals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be highly proficient in Microsoft Office, legal software, electronic document management systems, and online legal research platforms (e.g., Word, Excel, Adobe, Westlaw, Practical Law, Clio, NetDocuments, or similar systems).
• Experience with court filing systems, including electronic filing procedures, is preferred.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• High level of professionalism, initiative, and a strong work ethic.

Why Join Our Team?

We offer the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys on a diverse range of sophisticated transactional and litigation matters. Our firm values professionalism, collaboration, client service, and work-life balance while providing opportunities for professional growth and development.

If this sounds like something you would enjoy and excel at, please apply. Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to lizc@yorkhowell.com. No phone calls, please.

We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our growing team.

Benefits Include

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Work Location: In person