Paralegal

Hybrid in Manchester, NH– After 6 months
- In Office (3) Days/ (2) Work from Home

Founded in 1899, Wadleigh, Starr & Peters, P.L.L.C. offers a full range of legal services to local and national clients. Working closely with clients from a wide cross section of the private and public sectors, Wadleigh continually adapts to meet the needs of its clients. Our approach is to help our clients achieve their objectives with practical, effective, result-oriented and cost-efficient representation.

We pride ourselves in combining quality, large firm representation with common sense strategies.

The job responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare for hearings, trials, proceedings and other tasks as assigned by two to three attorneys
• Research legal articles, regulations, medical records, and laws relevant to a case
• Assisting with case planning, development and management
• Entering your own time into the LEAP system for monthly billing, maintaining records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases
• Staying on top of all deadlines through use of Microsoft 365
• Interviewing clients and witnesses and preparing summaries of statements
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with clients both inside and outside of the office
• Organizing and maintaining legal documents, including case files, exhibits and depositions
• Filing legal documents with the appropriate court, government agency or opposing counsel
• Communicating with opposing counsel and other parties, clients, judicial administrative staff, and vendors
• Transmitting emails and correspondence to clients, witnesses, and court officials by electronic filing, mail, messenger, or fax in limited circumstances
• Approach newly assigned tasks thoughtfully and with seasoned acumen

• Certification or associate degree in paralegal studies
• 4-8 years paralegal experience
• Litigation experience required; family law and experience with medical records preferred
• Proven self-starter who can work well as a team member in providing clients with quality service in a fast-paced environment
• Investigative mind and strong research skills
• Possess strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in preparing legal reports
• Ability to organize and track overlapping tasks and assignments, with frequent priority changes
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively
• Highest standard of professionalism and integrity
• Strong technical capability and working knowledge of legal database software

This role offers excellent growth potential, a competitive salary and benefits.

Apply now to join the team!

Background check will be administered.

• We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.