Overview
Legal Assistant/Paralegal Jobs in Manchester, Connecticut, USA at Columbia Dental
Position: Legal Assistant/Paralegal- Full-time or Part-Time
Position Summary:
The Legal Assistant is responsible for conducting comprehensive investigations across a broad range of legal matters. Your investigative skills and legal knowledge will be essential for building strong cases and achieving successful resolutions. You’ll collaborate with a team to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and prepare reports that are crucial to the legal process.
General Duties & Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive investigations, including evidence gathering, witness interviews, and data analysis
Maintain meticulous records and ensure compliance with state statutes and agency protocols
Analyze complex legal issues and underlying legal framework
Prepare detailed reports, draft legal documents, and maintain case records
Represent the agency as an expert witness in administrative and judicial proceedings
Formulate well-reasoned conclusions supported by legal authority
Collaborate effectively with attorneys, investigators, professionals, and other agencies
Provide the highest level of confidentiality at all times
Manage multiple priorities and deadlines efficiently
Adhere to all government regulations and company standards
Maintain professionalism and tact while handling situations
Travel to other locations when requested by manager
Other relevant duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications & Skills:
Proven track record of successfully resolving complex legal investigations
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present findings and interact with diverse stakeholders clearly and concisely
Meticulous attention to detail and exceptional record-keeping abilities
Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented to effectively handle multiple tasks
Experience using legal research tools
Able to work independently
Self-motivated and takes initiative
Able to pass background checks
Education & Experience:
At minimum a relevant Bachelor’s Degree or Juris Doctorate (J.D.) strongly preferred
At least one year of experience and knowledge of investigative best practices and interviewing techniques
Physical Demands:
Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and also the ability to stand for prolonged periods throughout the day/work hours when needed
Manual dexterity sufficient to operate medical equipment, keyboard, copier, telephone, and the ability to write/type
Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Note:
The organization reserves the right to change the responsibilities and duties of this or any position at any time due to business necessity, with or without notice. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the sole duties and responsibilities required of any particular position within the organization.
Employees may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically listed on this job description. Columbia Dental is an equal opportunity employer.
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Title: Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Company: Columbia Dental
Location: Manchester, Connecticut, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Secretary, Legal Counsel)
