Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Robbins and Curtin is looking for someone who wants to work in a law office with exciting and interesting cases pursued by the team through trials.

This high level of practice is not for everyone. We do plaintiff"s personal injury, medical malpractice, and civil rights. We are passionate about fairness and work on difficult and important cases. We do the right thing, even when others don"t.

We are looking for someone who will be happy here someone who wants some independence and flexibility because they work hard, takes pride and ownership in their files, is curious about witnesses and records, wants to be a part of a talented team, and wants to be proud of their work. If this describes you, wed like to meet you.

Applicants must have strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, as well as computer and technical knowledge. Weve also found that having obsessive compulsive tendencies can help. So does having a sense of humor.

Qualifications:
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to work independently, manage small but complex workloads, and keep deadlines.
- Prior legal experience required. Plaintiff"s Personal Injury, Civil Rights, or Med Mal experience preferred.

Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, trials and conferences.
- Assist in developing evidence of a case collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
- Draft and review legal court documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits and subpoenas.
- File exhibits, briefs, appeals and other legal documents with the court or opposing counsel.
- Conduct routine discovery for assigned cases.
- Complete various administrative tasks as needed.
- Organize and track files for important case documents, including pleadings and discovery documents; Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
- Communicate with clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside vendors to schedule interviews, meetings, and depositions.
- Take ownership of your files.
Employment Type: Full-Time