Overview
Law Clerk/Paralegal Jobs in Manchester, CT at Barry & Spinella, LLC
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Law Clerk/Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a wide range of legal areas, including estate planning, environmental law, civil litigation, family law, and more. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, excellent research and writing abilities, and a proactive approach to legal support. This paid position is perfect for someone eager to develop their legal expertise while supporting attorneys in delivering exceptional client service.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive legal research across various practice areas such as estate planning, environmental law, UCC law, and tribal regulations using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools.
- Assist in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, contracts, and discovery materials with precision and attention to detail.
- Manage case files and document review processes utilizing document management systems like iManage and PCLaw to ensure accuracy and confidentiality.
- Support attorneys with client communication through professional phone etiquette and timely updates on case progress.
- Organize and maintain legal case management systems, ensuring all filings, correspondence, and procedural documents are up-to-date and properly filed.
- Prepare summaries of legal research findings, draft memos, and assist with litigation support for civil litigation and general & commercial cases.
- Handle administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, proofreading documents, and managing confidential information with integrity.
Requirements
- Paralegal experience or relevant legal administrative experience demonstrating familiarity with procedural law knowledge and litigation support.
- Strong research skills with proficiency in Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research platforms.
- Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents, reports, and correspondence.
- Knowledge of multiple practice areas including estate planning, family law, workers’ compensation law, personal injury law, securities law, patent law, landlord-tenant law, tribal law & regulations, immigration law, environmental law, and general litigation.
- Experience with legal case management software such as iManage or PCLaw is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word processing), document review tools, Westlaw or LexisNexis platforms.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
- Excellent client communication skills along with professionalism in handling confidential information.
- Ability to perform administrative tasks such as data entry, filing procedures, proofreading documents accurately and efficiently.
Join us if you’re passionate about supporting a diverse range of legal practices while honing your skills in a collaborative environment! This paid opportunity offers valuable experience in the legal field along with the chance to grow professionally within a supportive team dedicated to excellence in service delivery.
Pay: $25.00 – $31.10 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Free parking
- Opportunities for advancement
- Travel reimbursement
- Work from home
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Law office: 1 year (Preferred)
- Legal drafting: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Manchester, CT 06040 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Law Clerk/Paralegal
Company: Barry & Spinella, LLC
Location: Manchester, CT
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