Paralegal

Full job description

Workway BancForce is a premier national staffing firm that places qualified job-seeking candidates across the nation in direct hire, temp-to-hire, and temporary positions across a variety of specialized fields. We pride ourselves in offering a candidate-centric model to assist job seekers in finding their next career opportunity.

We are looking for a Paralegal or Legal Assistant responsible for the specific duties listed below. Can be 100% remote but must live in Arizona

Your specific duties will include:

• Document Preparation : (No drafting), Prepare templates, review and proofread attorney final drafts (we do not expect you to draft), and revise a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Disclosure Statements- be capable of using a template, identifying the witnesses named in the exhibits and describing the exhibits in an Excel spreadsheet, using "sort” to order by date and importing the spreadsheet into the Exhibit portion of the Disclosure Statement;
• Calendar management: Keep track of the calendar and anticipate upcoming events like Disclosure Statement deadlines and Motion deadlines.
• Case Management: Docketing (we use Law Toolbox and can teach you how to use it); organize and maintain comprehensive case files by filing documents as they arrive via email, sending them to clients when appropriate, and calendaring them immediately.
• Discovery Support: Assist in all phases of discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses, managing document production, and organizing evidence for depositions and trials.

Specific qualifications for the position include :

• Tech-savvy, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, electronic filing, and billing software (we use Clio), and docketing software (Law ToolBox is preferred).
• Associate degree in paralegal studies or a related field, or a paralegal certificate from an accredited institution. Paralegal certification is waivable for an experienced legal assistant who has been effectively functioning as a paralegal for an extended period of time.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of paralegal experience, with a strong preference for experience in commercial litigation.

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Employees have access to healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision as well as a 401(k) plan.

Let one of our recruiters assist you in finding and preparing for interviews with our clients. Whether you are interested in a direct hire, temp-to-hire, or temporary position, Workway can help you to put your best foot forward. Contact us today!

Workway, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. For our complete EEO & Pay Transparency statement, please visit To receive state and federal compliance posters, e-mail or call .

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $32.00 - $44.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Experience:

• Commercial Litigation: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chandler, AZ 85286