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Donato, Brown, Pool & Moehlmann · 20 hours ago

Paralegal

Houston,TX,US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Donato Brown Pool & Moehlmann, PLLC provides high-quality legal services to professional and business clients. The Paralegal will support attorneys by conducting legal research, preparing documents, managing cases, and communicating with clients.

Law Practice

Responsibilities

Conducting legal research on various topics, such as statutes, regulations, case law, and legal precedents, to gather information and support attorneys in their cases and legal proceedings

Assisting in the preparation and drafting of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal instruments. This may involve organizing and reviewing documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements

Assisting attorneys in managing their caseloads by organizing and maintaining case files, including relevant documents, correspondence, and evidence. This may involve creating and updating case calendars, tracking deadlines, and coordinating with clients, courts, and other parties involved

Interacting with clients to gather information, provide updates on case progress, and schedule appointments or meetings. Paralegals may also assist in interviewing clients and witnesses to gather facts relevant to the case

Assisting attorneys in trial preparation by organizing exhibits, witnesses, and other trial materials. During trials, paralegals may attend court proceedings, take notes, and assist in courtroom logistics

Performing various administrative tasks, such as maintaining and organizing legal libraries, managing billing and invoicing, preparing expense reports, and coordinating appointments and travel arrangements for attorneys

Utilizing legal software and databases to manage and retrieve documents, research materials, and other case-related information. Paralegals may be responsible for organizing and indexing legal databases for efficient retrieval of information

Adhering to legal ethics and maintaining strict confidentiality regarding client information, case details, and privileged communications

Collaborating with attorneys, other paralegals, and legal professionals within the law firm or legal department to support efficient case management and workflow

Staying updated on legal developments, changes in regulations, and advancements in paralegal practices through continuing education programs and professional development opportunities

Qualification

Legal ResearchDocument PreparationLegal Database ManagementParalegal CertificateMicrosoft OfficeClient CommunicationContinuing EducationReasoning AbilityCollaborationTeamwork

Required

Knowledge of Microsoft Office and previous experience with word processing software

Paralegal Certificate, Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent amount of direct working experience

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Company

Donato, Brown, Pool & Moehlmann

Donato, Brown, Pool & Moehlmann, a member of Primerus International Society of Law Firms, is a full service law firm for the insurance market, both domestic and abroad.

Founded in 1995