Paralegal

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive legal research using online databases and law libraries to support case preparation and consumer protection matters
• Analyze statutes, regulations, and case law related to consumer rights and unfair business practices
• Prepare detailed research memoranda and case summaries for attorney review
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and consumer protection complaints under attorney supervision
• Prepare routine legal correspondence, memoranda, and client communications
• Maintain and organize case files, legal documents, and correspondence in both physical and electronic formats
• Review and summarize complex discovery materials, contracts, and consumer agreements
• Ensure all court filings meet proper formatting requirements and deadlines
• Interview clients and witnesses to gather case information and maintain detailed records of all communications
• Clock case timelines and track critical deadlines across multiple consumer protection cases
• Schedule depositions, court hearings, client meetings, and coordinate calendar management for multiple attorneys
• Assist with trial preparation including exhibit preparation, witness coordination, and trial binders
• Prepare court filings, ensure compliance with court rules, and coordinate service of process
• Manage client billing processes, track billable hours, and prepare accurate invoices
• Assist with document production, including organizing, indexing, and summarizing discovery materials
• Support general office administration and maintain professional client relationships

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm environment
• Proficiency in legal research databases such as Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar platforms
• Experience with FileVine or other case management software systems
• Familiarity with e-discovery platforms and litigation support software
• Strong typing skills and document formatting abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong proofreading abilities
• Knowledge of federal and state court rules, filing procedures, and legal terminology
• Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies, Political Science, or related field
• Experience with consumer protection law, debt collection defense, or class action litigation
• Familiarity with federal consumer protection statutes (FDCPA, FCRA, TCPA, etc.)
• Experience with e-discovery platforms and litigation support software
• Notary public certification