Location
Dallas, TX | United States
Job description
- Title: Paralegal
- Location: Dallas, TX 752226
- Hourly Pay: $25.00 (Contract)
- Schedule: 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. - Monday-Friday.
ONE Elite Staffing has partnered with City of Dallas and is seeking a Paralegal to join a department team.
Paralegal
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work with city attorneys and staff primarily regarding Code liens filed by the City.
- Research municipal and County court records.
- Research County land and tax records.
- Meet with client representatives and attorneys to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Draft legal documents and pleadings.
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation.
- Keep City Attorney's case management system updated on accounts worked.
- Other Duties as assigned.
Education & Experience :
- HS diploma or GED required.
- Paralegal certificate required or;
- Paralegal experience OR;
- Presently pursuing paralegal certificate or degree.
- Minimum of 4 years' legal experience.
Key Skills Required:
- Proficient in MS Office, especially Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Proficient in all aspect of trial preparation.
- Ability to work independently and display excellent time management skills.
- Ability to effectively organize projects and prioritize workload while paying close attention to detail.
- High level of proficiency in writing.
The Personal Skills Required:
- Appearing confident and well presented.
- Having a sociable personality and a high level of professionalism.
- Having strong communication skills.
- Ability to deliver accurate information and details.
- Investigative mind and strong research skills.
- Being a team player.
Application Process Includes:
- Ability to pass a background check with no FELONY or Class A/B MISDEMEANOR(s).
- Ability to pass a drug test.
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