PARALEGAL POSITION

Busy boutique litigation firm in Westwood focusing on bankruptcy and commercial collections has an IMMEDIATE opening for a paralegal position.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual that is interested in continual growth in knowledge and experience in the legal field. The ideal candidate should have commercial collections and/or bankruptcy experience. ONLY candidates with that or similar background and experience will be considered.

Duties/Responsibilities:

- Prepares legal documents and correspondence

- Conducts intakes and maintains calendaring for office

- Communicates with clients in a professional manner over the phone, in e-mails, and in person.

- Maintains client and firm files.

- Coordinates mailings, deliveries, copying and courthouse filings where appropriate.

- Finalizes and organizes documents for filing in court.

- Maintains and displays proficiency in the use of office and computer equipment, computer software and practice specific applications, as required.

- Performs administrative tasks and special projects as requested.

- Thinks clearly, responds positively, evaluates situations to determine appropriate action and is resourceful, multi-tasks and acts decisively under pressure.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

or 3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary/Assistant

Key Competencies:

- Excellent planning and organizational skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and using the Internet

- Professional demeanor

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must

- Professional telephone manner

- Ability to work under deadlines

- Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently

- Reliable and trustworthy

- Diligent and SELF STARTER

- High degree of flexibility

Please submit a resume and cover letter (with references) in PDF format. Compensation depends on experience. Opportunity can be partially remote.