Paralegal with Litigation Experience (Legal)
Rainwater, Holt & Sexton, PA is seeking to hire a full-time Paralegal to join our personal injury law office, specifically within our Litigation department.
Are you a proactive team player determined to succeed? Would you like to work for a renowned law firm known in our community for being trustworthy and hardworking, while also dedicated to giving back to those in need? Are you an energetic problem solver passionate about customer service? Do you want to be part of a diverse team serving individuals from various backgrounds and experiences? If so, please read on!
A Day in the Life of a Litigation Paralegal
This is a full-time on-site role for a Paralegal with Litigation Experience, located in Little Rock, AR. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will work closely with our attorneys, managing day-to-day tasks for our litigation cases from inception to settlement in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The Paralegal will assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, and organizing and managing case files. Additional day-to-day tasks include conducting legal research, drafting correspondence and pleadings, and supporting attorneys during trial preparation and court proceedings. The Paralegal will also manage deadlines, handle client communication, and maintain client confidentiality.
Qualifications
A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Paralegal in a law firm
Experience in Personal Injury, either on the Plaintiff's or Defense side
Proficiency in legal research and excellent investigative skills
Experience in drafting legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence
Strong organizational and case management abilities
Ability to assist in trial preparation and support attorneys during court proceedings
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
Experience with litigation software and case management systems is a plus
Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or a Paralegal certificate from an accredited program (preferred but not required)
Excellent computer and typing skills
A commitment to providing exceptional customer service
Your positive, can-do attitude makes you enjoyable to work with for both clients and staff. While you are organized and take pride in completing tasks, you also thrive on interacting with clients, insurance adjusters, medical providers, and fellow staff throughout your workday. Although you can work independently and are self-directed, you also collaborate effectively with everyone at the firm to accomplish the best outcomes for our clients. You find fulfillment in working for an ethical firm that prioritizes customer service, allowing you to help people during challenging times in their lives.
If you can prioritize tasks effectively, work under pressure from deadlines, communicate clearly, be flexible and resilient in a changing environment, exhibit sound judgment, and maintain strict confidentiality, you may be the ideal candidate for this Paralegal position!
**Work Schedule**
This position is full-time, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. In-office only.
**About Rainwater, Holt & Sexton, PA**
With eight offices in Arkansas and one office in Tennessee, our growing team consists of over 40+ attorneys and more than 200 staff members. No case is too big or too small for us to handle. We have one "best of" in multiple categories. Our experienced lawyers have achieved multimillion-dollar jury verdicts and settlements, successfully advocating for clients in areas such as auto accidents, social security disability, bankruptcies, brain injuries, defective products, drug injuries, nursing home abuse, truck accidents, and wrongful deaths. Our mission is to represent individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives with compassion and success.
Our team shares a common goal: to provide clients with high-quality customer service and excellent legal representation. We strive to create an environment where employees feel empowered to thrive both personally and professionally.
