Responsibilities: Prepare correspondence and legal papers such as summonses, complaints, motions, responses, and subpoenas under the supervision of an attorney or a paralegal. Prepare and process legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements.
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Location
Detroit, MI
Description
Our Client, an Automotive company, is looking for a Paralegal 1 for their Detroit, MI/ Remote location.
Responsibilities:
Prepare correspondence and legal papers such as summonses, complaints, motions, responses, and subpoenas under the supervision of an attorney or a paralegal.
Review legal journals and assist with legal research.
May assist new lawyers how to prepare documents for submission to the courts.
Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other records.
Attend legal meetings, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions, and take notes.
Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.
Prepare and process legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements.
Requirements:
Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills.
Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time.
Basic knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, and the democratic political process.
Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Associate's degree in paralegal studies or equivalent training required.