*Crockett Law, PC* is seeking an energetic, reliable, and experienced full-time Paralegal to join our team.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting attorneys in all stages of pre-lit case management, personal injury litigation, and social security disability matters.
This candidate should feel comfortable providing assistance to attorneys with a high-volume case load, answering defense counsel’s requests for discovery, drafting short motions, scheduling depositions, and calendaring per court docket control orders.
Must have the ability to be a self-starter in a fast-paced environment and work collaboratively with others in a team- oriented environment.
*\*\*Must have writing samples and references*.
*Essential Functions/Responsibilities:*
The paralegal/legal assistant will provide a full range of administrative and litigation support including, but not limited to:
* Maintenance of Firm's electronic calendar and case management system;
* Case Management.
* Drafting Legal documents, including motions and discovery.
* Possessing familiarity with the Texas and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and demonstrates the ability to locate relevant rules needed to complete tasks assigned.
* Administrative and Court filings (county & district).
* Acting as a liaison between courts, clerks, clients, and attorneys as needed.
* Calendar Maintenance.
* Obtain, review and analyze documents, including medical and billing records.
* Manage files and documents.
* Prepare, calendar, draft and track settlement demands.
* Assist clients with medical care/treatment.
* Generate status reports, logs, and indexes.
* Assisting attorney with trial and hearing preparation.
* Interviewing witnesses.
* Filing SSA applications and appeals
*Job Requirements:*
* Bilingual (English and Spanish - not required but preferred)
* 5-7+ years' of recent legal paralegal experience in a mid-to-large size law firm.
* Bachelor's degree (preferred)
* 3+ years of personal injury law experience preferred.
* Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to prioritize, and multi-task.
* Possess a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to work in a high-volume environment with minimal supervision.
* Strong communication skills are necessary (oral & written).
* Strong time management skills with an ability to work in a team environment are essential.
*Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*
* Software used routinely: Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe PDF.
* Knowledge of Litify software is a plus.
* Knowledge tracking criminal history for defendants.
* Knowledge and familiarity with tracking down and obtaining filings in counties/jurisdictions.
* Reading and interpreting judgments to make sure revenue is allocated correctly.
*We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid time off, health insurance, vision, and dental.
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $45,000.
00 to $65,000.
00 /year (*Commensurate with skill and experience*)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.
00 - $65,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
* Paralegal: 5 years (Required)
* Social Security Disability: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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