LEGAL ASSISTANT | PARALEGAL

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support our legal team across a variety of practice areas, including  federal and state civil litigation and transactional work. The ideal candidate will possess strong research skills, legal administrative experience, and excellent organizational abilities to ensure efficient case management and document handling within our law office. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment while gaining valuable experience in multiple legal areas.

DUTIES

  • Prepare and review legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, and correspondence with precision and accuracy.

  • Manage case files using document management systems.

  • Conduct document review and organize evidence for litigation or transactional matters.

  • Support project management tasks related to areas of practice.

  • Draft legal documents including reports, summaries, and correspondence; proofread for accuracy.

  • Maintain detailed records of case activities.

  • Perform filing in electronic systems while ensuring confidentiality.

  • Coordinate with clients through phone etiquette and scheduling interviews or meetings as needed.

  • Provide executive administrative support such as calendar management, appointment setting, and administrative tasks to facilitate smooth office operations.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Proven paralegal experience with familiarity in multiple practice areas.

  • Strong research skills utilizing legal research platforms.

  • Experience with legal case management systems.

  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.

  • Proficiency in legal drafting, proofreading, transcription, and document review processes.

  • Administrative experience in a law office setting including clerical tasks such as filing.

  • Strong communication skills with professional phone etiquette.

  • Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining high attention to detail.

  • Competency in project management tools and software relevant to legal workflows is preferred. This position is ideal for a proactive individual eager to support a busy legal team while expanding their expertise across diverse areas of law within a professional environment committed to excellence in client service.

HOW TO APPLY

When applying, please email the following items to gaye.garbarino@cookyancey.com

  • Resume

  • Cover letter (briefly describing relevant experience and your interest in legal support work)

  • References (supervisors or colleagues who can speak to your reliability, technical skill, or character)