Bilingual Paralegal

About the role

This newly created Bilingual Paralegal position at Hurst Limontes LLC supports the firm’s growing Hispanic client base and enhances the operational capabilities of the firm’s junior attorneys. The role focuses on administrative assistance that enables junior attorneys to concentrate on legal advocacy while ensuring Spanish-speaking clients receive timely and personalized service.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury case files and provide day-to-day support to two junior attorneys throughout the lifecycle of their cases.
• Maintain regular contact with both English and Spanish-speaking clients, ensuring clear and professional interactions.
• Open new case files and manage documentation to facilitate smooth legal proceedings.
• Assist with litigation processes, keeping track of case deadlines and ensuring attorney preparedness.
• Organize case information and strategize to move cases efficiently through the legal process.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions to enhance legal operations.
• Conduct thorough client intakes, providing essential updates and maintaining detailed records.

Requirements

• Fluent in Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• Prior experience in a law firm setting, ideally within personal injury or case management roles.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and maintain order in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and general computer applications.
• Experience with NEOS or other legal case management systems is a plus.
• Quick learner with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, growing team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with flexibility based on experience.
• 401(k) Plan eligibility after 90 days.
• Vision Insurance available from day one.
• Potential for end-of-year bonuses contingent on firm performance.

Schedule

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis. The firm is relocating from downtown Indianapolis to the northeast side; candidates should be comfortable working from the future office location.