King Law, a general practice firm with offices located across western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina, is seeking an experienced Paralegal (Case Manager/Legal Assistant) to join our growing legal team.
The firm focuses on the areas of Family Law, Estate Planning, Criminal Law, and Civil Litigation. The selected Case Manager/Paralegal will be responsible for the following:
Proper and Efficient Use of Clio
Capturing all billable and non-billable time worked
Participating in Case Reviews
Setting and Completing Tasks
Trial Notebook Preparation
Drafting Legal Documents with Attorney Supervision
Calendaring Court Appearances, Mediations and Depositions
Scheduling and Participating in New Client Case Manager Meetings
Communicating with Clients and Other Legal Professionals
Processing Mail
Payments- Accepting, processing and depositing client payments
The ultimate goal of the Case Manager is to optimize the client experience and manage the client/firm relationship from start to finish. Fundamental office management aptitude is a must.
The successful Case Manager can multi-task and prioritize. Knowing when to handle case aspects in a hands-on, direct, autonomous fashion is key, as is the know-how for when to escalate to an attorney or leadership staff member. Sound judgment and a positive attitude are imperative to the position.
This position is intended to support both internal relationships (attorneys,staff, partners) and external relationships (billable clients). Our team members are trained with innovative business systems that foster a commitment to high legal quality as well as respect, confidentiality, and compassion for our clients. Our vision, client service systems, and legal strategies are integrated to provide team members with greater flexibility and freedom, resulting in a superior client experience.
Paralegal experience preferred, but not required. Strong organizational skills are a must.
Position is full-time, Monday through Friday from 8 am until 5 pm. Work is expected to be completed in the office.
Great benefits package including paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance, 401(k) matching, and bonus potential.