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Nesco Resource · 3 days ago

Phoenix, AZ - Business Operations - AZAG - N/A - Paralegal Investigator - Paralegal

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$0/hr - $27/hr

Nesco Resource is a staffing agency seeking a Paralegal Investigator to assist attorneys in various legal tasks. The role involves conducting research, preparing legal documents, managing case files, and supporting trial preparation.

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Responsibilities

Assist with research, calendaring critical dates, aiding attorneys in preparing cases for trial

Assist in preparing Memoranda, disclosure statements, pleadings, motions, appellate briefs and other documents as appropriate

Gather and organize files and documents

Assist in the preparation of pleadings, legal motions, gather documents and information necessary to respond to discovery requests

Prepare and maintain index or database of documents

Calendar and docket court appearances, all hearings, depositions, meetings with client agencies, other appointments and deadlines in Legal Files and Outlook calendars

Maintain paper and electronic case files in accordance with office policy and standards

Review outgoing materials for consistency with section policy on quality work product

Review for grammatical construction, content, clerical error, and formatting to ensure all legal documents and enclosures are complete and in order

Review incoming correspondence and mail; distribute in accordance with established office policy and procedure and refer to appropriate attorney

Trial preparation; trial notebooks, exhibits, witness lists, jury instructions, etc

Confer with attorney about case status and legal issues

Legal research and cite verification

Assist all support staff with projects

Train new legal support staff

Serve as mentor and legal support resource for all support staff in the Section

Maintain file rooms and general section maintenance

Other duties as assigned as related to the position

Qualification

Legal researchTrial preparationDocument management softwareCivil litigation experienceInterpersonal relationsFile managementEffective communication

Required

Knowledge of legal concepts, terminology, principles and procedures

Knowledge of the methods and techniques of legal research and use of statutes, codes, and other legal resources

Knowledge of filing requirements and legal procedure in administrative, state, and federal courts

Knowledge of the methods, techniques and principles for writing briefs, reports and other legal documents in appropriate format

Knowledge of the functions and jurisdictions of local, State and Federal courts

Knowledge of discovery procedures, time constraints and the ability to respond to discovery requests

Knowledge of good file management and effective trial preparation

Skill in gathering and organizing information for discovery and disclosure

Skill in effective oral and written communication

Skill in dealing with confidential matters

Skill in organizing litigation files

Skill in extracting and utilizing information from statutes, court decisions, legal documents and related records

Skill in proofing documents

Skill in interpersonal relations

Ability to handle a large volume of work with competing deadlines

Ability to prioritize workload to include timely filing and file organization

Ability to respond to inquiries with tact, diplomacy, and appropriate timely information

Ability to obtain and organize documents

Ability to review a file and understand the legal theories involved

Ability to assist attorney(s) in trial preparation and at trials and hearings

Ability to identify issues, analyze and articulate legal arguments, and assess evidence

Ability to proficiently use a personal computer, e-mail, the internet, electronic case filing systems as well as electronic case management and document management software

Ability to get along and work well with others

Ability to travel within Arizona, including overnight stays

Civil litigation experience

Experience assisting an attorney in writing and proofing documents