Overview
Entry Level Paralegal Jobs in Westport, CT at Liberty University
Title: Entry Level Paralegal
Company: Liberty University
Location: Westport, CT
Company Description Liberty University, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Virginia, is a comprehensive private university founded in 1971. The institution offers more than 700 programs of study, ranging from certificates to doctoral degrees, designed to prepare students for professional success and meaningful impact. Liberty emphasizes strong academic training, practical skills development, and character formation. The university provides a supportive environment where faculty and staff contribute to student growth in both classroom and co-curricular settings. Team members join a mission-driven community focused on educating future leaders across diverse fields.
Role Description The Entry Level Paralegal role is a full-time, on-site position based in Westport, CT. This role supports attorneys and legal staff through organizing case files, drafting and formatting legal documents, and preparing materials for hearings, meetings, and transactions. Daily responsibilities include conducting basic legal and factual research, reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness, and maintaining orderly records and databases. The paralegal will assist with correspondence, coordinate with internal departments and external parties, and ensure timely follow-up on assigned matters. This position offers mentorship, training in law-related processes, and opportunities for professional growth within a structured legal environment.
Qualifications
- Foundational knowledge of law and legal procedures, with an interest in pursuing a legal support career.
- Ability to assist with legal document preparation and document review, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and proper formatting.
- Strong communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication with attorneys, colleagues, and external contacts.
- Research skills for gathering information from case files, statutes, regulations, and other legal resources.
- Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Proficiency with standard office software and willingness to learn legal research and case management tools.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an on-site team environment and maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.
