Paralegal

Our client in Houston, Texas has an immediate opening for a Paralegal on a direct hire pany Profile:Education IndustryGreat OrganizationExcellent benefitsParalegal Role:The Paralegal acts as the main point of contact, addressing routine and complex inquiries regarding department activities and operations.Screen and direct phone calls and visitors to the appropriate personnel, and takes messages when necessary.Assists in coordinating and tracking pending assignments within the Legal Management System, managing requests for information from internal and external contacts, and scheduling appointments.Aids in investigating matters, processing outside counsel invoices for payment, assisting attorneys with contract reviews, and supporting pending litigation as needed.Provide assistance with open record requests.Manage the coordination and organization of meetings, luncheons, seminars, conferences, and travel arrangements.Prepare travel and expense documentation, meeting agendas, marketing materials, and reserves rooms and facilities.Arrange food services and prepares or distribute meeting minutes when required.Conduct legal research as needed.Prepare outgoing communications, including mail, correspondence, emails, and faxes.Sort and distribute incoming mail, orders and maintains supplies, and arranges for the maintenance and repair of equipment.Paralegal Background Profile:Legal Secretary or Paralegal CertificationBachelors degree a plusMust be familiar with legal terminology and legal citation referencesMinimum 1 year of relevant experienceDemonstrate the ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressureAbility to utilize job-related softwareWork autonomously with minimal supervisionCommunicate clearly and effectivelyFeatures and Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision paid 100% for employeeEqual Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.Disclaimer: Sensitive and personal data will not be requested until a job offer is made and accepted. If you ever doubt the validity of our job postings, we encourage you to call one of our branch locations to verify the status on any job.

Created: 2025-03-01