Paralegal

$50,000 - $55,000/Yr

Vigna - Virginia Beach, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Virginia Beach, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Paralegal position in Virginia Beach, VA, is a full-time role that offers a competitive salary ranging from $50,000 to $55,000 per year. The successful candidate will work in a law firm environment, primarily focusing on workers' compensation and insurance defense. This role requires a strong understanding of legal procedures and the ability to assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings. The paralegal will be responsible for maintaining case files, conducting legal research, and drafting legal documents. Additionally, the position involves managing billable hours and ensuring timely entry into the firm's timekeeping software. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with an 8-hour shift, and the position requires in-person attendance at the office.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Maintain and organize case files and documentation.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents as needed.
• Manage and track billable hours, ensuring timely entry into the firm's timekeeping software.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal matters.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys and other legal staff.

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent work experience in a law firm.
• At least 2 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant with comparable job responsibilities, preferably in workers' compensation or insurance defense.
• Experience keeping and timely entering billable hours on a monthly basis is strongly preferred.
• Practical knowledge of timekeeping software such as Juris is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance