Job Description
Job Description
Our Scottsdale law firm is renowned for delivering aggressive, competent representation in criminal and DUI cases. We're seeking an experienced full-time Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team. The person we are looking for must be reliable, self-motivated, well-organized, and must have previous experience working in a criminal defense law firm.
This is an in-person position; we do not offer remote work. Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, which are the working hours for this position. Excellent benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, paid vacation/sick time, and 401k.
Responsibilities Include:
- Assist attorneys with administrative tasks related to opening and maintaining cases
- Draft motions and letters/correspondence
- Litigation support tasks
- E filings
- Monitor attorney calendars and important deadlines
- File organization and management, including electronic storage
- Maintain attorney-client confidentiality
- Assist and maintain efficient daily operations
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Criminal Defense Paralegal
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook programs, among others
- Outstanding customer service and the ability to work in a team-driven atmosphere
- Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and the court system
- Ability to integrate into an existing office system
- Positive attitude
- Professional demeanor and client-oriented focus
- Ability to travel and maintain a consistent full-time work schedule of eight hours per day, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 am and 5 pm, in person at our office on Hayden/McDowell in Scottsdale, Arizona
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Collaborative team culture focused on client success
- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Paid time off