A company in Bridgeport is looking for a full time bilingual paralegal.
A paralegal certificate is required. An associate degree in legal studies, paralegal, or a related field is preferred. One to three years of legal support experience is required. Possess a valid CT driver's license. Must be fluent in English and Spanish.
• Meets with attorney regularly to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Draft legal documents, routine pleadings and motions, and PCC documents, including leases, contracts, affidavits, and interrogatories.
• Files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to the Chief Legal Officer.
• Interview witnesses and prepare summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, including evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items.
• Assists with court proceedings and trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Creates reports for attorney based upon case specifications and attorney requests.
• Work with attorney to develop legal arguments.
• Monitor changes to government guidelines or regulations and submit analysis on pertinent changes.
• Monitor and collect funds for resident-stipulated agreements.
• Transcription of all meeting minutes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned
