Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Our client, an established and growing law firm in the Milwaukee area, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join its team. This is a full-time, in-office position in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin supporting attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and paralegal support to attorneys throughout the case lifecycle
• Prepare, draft, format, and file legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and other materials
• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, appointments, and case-related events
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other legal professionals
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files
• Assist with discovery, document production, and exhibit preparation
• Obtain, review, and organize financial and other case-related records
• Coordinate meetings, depositions, hearings, and other case events
• Assist attorneys with case preparation from initial client intake through resolution
• Perform additional legal and administrative duties as needed

Requirements

• Prior law firm or legal experience required
• Family law experience preferred, but not required
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and competing priorities
• Comfortable communicating directly with clients in a professional manner
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn new legal software and technology
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Skills

• Legal document preparation and filing
• Case and calendar management
• Discovery and document production
• Client communication
• Legal research and case support
• File and document organization
• Deadline management
• Microsoft Office and legal technology proficiency
• Professional written and verbal communication

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical/health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Professional, team-oriented work environment
• Long-term professional growth opportunities

Pay

Salary: $60,000-$75,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience

Schedule

Full-time, in-office position