Paralegal - #1409114

Aquent


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Detroit, MI
Contract type: Full time
The main function of a paralegal is to assist lawyers by researching legal precedent, investigating facts, or preparing legal documents. A typical paralegal is responsible for conducting research to support a legal proceeding, formulate a defense or to initiate legal action.

Job Responsibilities

  • Prepare correspondence and legal papers such as summonses, complaints, motions,

responses, and subpoenas under the supervision of an attorney or a paralegal.

  • Review legal journals and assist with legal research.
  • May assist new lawyers how to prepare documents for submission to the courts.
  • Assist attorneys in collecting information such as employment, medical, and other

records.

  • Attend legal meetings, such as client interviews, hearings, or depositions, and take

notes.

  • Organize and maintain law libraries, documents, and case files.
  • Prepare and process legal documents and papers, such as summonses, subpoenas,

complaints, appeals, motions, and pretrial agreements.

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and

interpersonal skills.

  • Basic ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
  • Basic knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government

regulations, and the democratic political process.

  • Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint

and Excel.

Education/Experience

  • Associate’s degree in paralegal studies or equivalent training required.
  • 0-2 years experience required.

This is a hybrid position in Warren, MI. All candidates must be local and elgible to work in the US without a sponsorship.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $25/hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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