Job Description
Van Valer Law Firm, LLP is seeking a full-time Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our Greenwood, Indiana law firm. The successful candidate is exceptionally well-organized, proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat, and possesses excellent communication skills and writing abilities. This position supports multiple attorneys and is responsible for a variety of legal, clerical, and administrative duties. Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task is a must. Prior legal and administrative experience, as well as experience with case management software, is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities of the position include:
· Drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial exhibits for Litigation matters.
· Preparing discovery requests and reviewing discovery documents.
· Preparing (typing) legal documents and correspondence.
· Transcribing letters and pleadings from dictation.
· Preparing Deeds and Mechanic’s Liens.
· Record-keeping and file maintenance
· Calendaring deadlines and following up with Courts & clients on same.
· E-filing documents.
· Communicating with opposing counsel and clients.
· Preparing and e-filing all documents related to new Businesses and Corporate entities including
Annual Meeting Minutes.
· Back up support to Receptionist with multi-line phone system.