Position Overview:
As a Paralegal at Mitchell Williams, you will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys in their daily activities, contributing to the smooth functioning of legal operations within our vibrant and inclusive work culture. Your attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment will directly impact our firm’s continued success.
Job Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:
- Prepares a variety of supporting legal documents related to the attorneys' area of responsibility. Responsible for proofreading and spell checking all documents.
- Conducts legal research to gather relevant case law, statutes, and regulations.
- Maintains and organizes electronic and physical files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
- Manages attorney calendars, schedules appointments, and coordinates meetings.
- Communicates with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel professionally and courteously, reflecting the positive ethos of the firm.
- Prepares and files legal documents with courts and administrative agencies, upholding our commitment to accuracy and teamwork.
- Assists in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and preparing witness materials.
- Reviews and proofreads documents for accuracy and consistency. Provides administrative support, including answering phone calls, managing e-mails, and handling office tasks as needed.
- Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and adheres to ethical standards, demonstrating commitment to our positive values and DEI initiatives.
- Performs other duties as required.
