Overview
Paralegal Jobs in Flowood, MS at Deaton & Berry, PLLC
Paralegal – Full-Time
Pay: $15.00–$40.00 per hour, based on experience
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will assist attorneys with case management, legal research, drafting, discovery, client communication, and administrative duties in a fast-paced law office.
Experience in Personal Injury, Family Law, and/or Insurance Defense is preferred.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research using resources such as LexisNexis and summarize findings for attorneys.
- Assist with drafting pleadings, correspondence, discovery responses, motions, and other legal documents.
- Manage and organize electronic and physical case files.
- Maintain accurate case information and deadlines in MyCase.
- Prepare and coordinate discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admissions, and subpoenas.
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, depositions, and other litigation matters.
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, insurance adjusters, witnesses, court personnel, and other parties.
- Monitor case deadlines, court dates, and appointments.
- Assist with scheduling and maintaining attorney calendars.
- Perform general administrative and clerical duties as needed.
- Ensure all case-related documents and communications are properly documented and filed.
- Enter time accurately and timely into MyCase.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Paralegal or in a legal support role preferred.
- Experience with MyCase or similar legal case-management software.
- Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.
- Experience in Personal Injury, Family Law, and/or Insurance Defense preferred.
- Strong organizational and clerical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple cases, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of a legal team.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.
- Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Experience
- Personal Injury Law
- Family Law
- Insurance Defense
- Litigation and discovery
- Experience working in a law office
- Experience with MyCase or other legal case-management software
Job Type
Full-time
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
Schedule
- 8-hour shift
- Monday–Friday
Experience
- Microsoft Office: 1 year preferred
- Paralegal/legal experience: preferred
Work Location
In person – Flowood, MS 39232
Candidates must be able to reliably commute to Flowood, Mississippi, or relocate prior to starting employment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 – $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Flowood, MS 39232 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Flowood, MS 39232: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Paralegal
Company: Deaton & Berry, PLLC
Location: Flowood, MS
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