Bilingual Paralegal

GPAC - St. Louis, MO

Full-time

St. Louis, MO

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Our reputable law firm in St. Louis is currently seeking a Bilingual Paralegal with proficiency in Spanish and a strong background in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, and Immigration law. In this role, you will play a vital part in our legal team, providing essential support to our attorneys and ensuring effective communication with Spanish-speaking clients. This position is crucial for maintaining the quality of service we provide to our diverse clientele, and it offers an opportunity to work on meaningful cases that can significantly impact the lives of our clients. As a Bilingual Paralegal, you will be responsible for translating legal documents and communicating with Spanish-speaking clients to provide legal advice and guidance. You will conduct research related to areas of expertise, including Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, and Immigration, and prepare various legal documents such as complaints, pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence. Your organizational skills will be essential as you assist attorneys in managing cases by organizing documents, scheduling depositions, and participating in court proceedings. In addition to your legal responsibilities, you will manage client files, ensuring that documents are organized and records are accurate. Your bilingual skills will facilitate communication with clients, witnesses, and other involved parties, ensuring compliance with legal procedures and deadlines. You will also provide general administrative support to attorneys and legal staff as required, contributing to the overall efficiency of the legal team.

Responsibilities

• Translate legal documents and communicate with Spanish-speaking clients to provide legal advice and guidance.
• Conduct research related to areas of expertise, including Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, and Immigration.
• Prepare legal documents, such as complaints, pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence.
• Assist attorneys in cases by organizing documents, scheduling depositions, and participating in court proceedings.
• Manage client files, ensuring documents are organized, and records are accurate.
• Utilize bilingual skills to facilitate communication with clients, witnesses, and other involved parties.
• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and legal staff as required.

Requirements

• Fluency in both English and Spanish, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Proven experience in Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, and Immigration law.
• Proficiency in legal research and document preparation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with legal software and research tools.
• Knowledge of relevant legal procedures and deadlines.

Benefits

• Paid medical insurance for employees.
• Competitive wage.
• Annual bonus.