Bilingual Legal Assistant

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Job details

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Law Firm seeks highly motivated, dependable, loyal, outgoing, experienced Bilingual (English/Spanish) Legal Assistant/ Paralegal to assist attorney with daily duties in the personal injury department handling the following types of cases: dog bites, maritime, on the job injuries, slip and falls, MVAs, etc.

Duties will include, but are not limited to: managing and working pre-litigation and litigation cases; talking to clients, court staff, opposing counsel, experts, medical providers, etc.; managing calendars; drafting demands, discovery requests and responses, pleadings, expert designations, etc.; scheduling depositions, mediations, and trials; attending events as needed.

Paralegal certificate and/or relevant educational background is a plus, but not required. Must have one year of law firm/legal experience, have excellent writing skills, and possess the below traits:

· Attention to detail

· Adaptability

· Ability to work independently and follow instructions

· Problem Solver

· Energetic

· Have the ability to handle difficult situations with compassion and control

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Firm offered benefits:

· Healthcare

· Dental

· Life

· LTD/STD/Critical Illness

· 401K

· Vacation/Sick

· Competitive rates

The Carlson Law Firm is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• This is an in-person position, are you willing and able to work in the Central San Antonio office?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check in accordance to local/state laws?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Legal Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish and English (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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