Paralegal

We're looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced paralegal to play an important role on our legal team. You'll draft legal documents such as affidavits, prepare briefs, conduct legal research for court preparation, and keep case files and other important information neatly organized and easily accessible. If you're interested in advancing your paralegal career with opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you.

**Why You Should Join Dalal & Mehta**:

- Competitive compensation
- Remote work and Flexible Work/Life Balance
- Diverse and Inclusive Culture
- Collaborative environment
- Paid Time Off

**Compensation**:The base pay for this role is commensurate on experience/education. The base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role consists of variable compensation, including bonus incentives. Base pay is based on market location.

**Work Conditions**: This position will perform duties under normal office working conditions, including the prolonged use of a computer, office equipment, and working in close proximity to others. Essential physical requirements may include standing, walking, stooping, typing, and lifting up to 25lbs.

**Disclaimer**:Dalal and Mehta is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please call (256) 714-8037 to speak with human resources.

**Acceptable Background and References Required. Equal Opportunity/ DFWP**

**Compensation**:
$20 - $25 hourly

**Responsibilities**:

- Aid lawyers in trial preparation by preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, conducting research on legal articles, and assisting with client meetings and filing motions
- Arrange law office activity such as drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers
- Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings such as complaints, interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits, under the supervision of a lawyer
- Organize our case filing systems to ensure all documents are properly sorted and easy to locate, and other administrative duties as needed
- Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
- Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
- Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- Must have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar
- 3+ years of legal service experience under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting
- Excellent organizational skills and time-management skills
- ** Above all - you must LOVE these things and have references confirming that you **_thrive_** in this type of role.**

**About Company**
We are an Immigration Law Firm based in New Jersey. We are committed to providing reliable service to fellow immigrants and securing their citizenship in the United States without the fear of deportation, without fear of their abusive partners/family members because we are all together - Hum Sath Hai, our magic statement.