Paralegal Manager

Simmons, Finney & Winfield, LLC • Fayetteville, GA, US

Posted 2 hours ago

Description

Do you have years of experience working as a paralegal/case manager and feel ready to take your challenging and rewarding career to the next level? Join our law office and let your past successes guide our paralegal team! As a paralegal manager, you’ll assign projects and help us with hiring, training, promotions, reviews, terminations, and more.

You’ll also be responsible for tracking continuing legal education credits for the department and making suggestions for which classes paralegals should enroll in. Job seekers should be natural leaders with law firm experience as senior paralegals or in similar positions who love to help others grow in their roles. Contact us today to be considered for this opportunity!

Responsibilities

Advise in making personnel decisions, including hiring/termination, salaries, promotions and yearly reviews, as they pertain to paralegals
Work on own cases assigned by attorneys, to include drafting various legal documents (pleadings, discovery requests and answers, memoranda, and contracts)
Ensure Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits are up-to-date and make recommendations for classes to take
Supervise our team of paralegals and assist with assigning projects, prioritizing and organizing tasks, workflow and caseload, and assist with conflict resolution, as needed
Liaise between subordinate paralegals and attorneys to confirm tasks are accurately completed and deadlines are met

Qualifications

Member of National or local paralegal association preferred but not required
Paralegal certification from an accredited program prefered
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel and basic computer skills
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a paralegal specialist, case manager, legal assistant, or legal office manager
Leadership, decision-making, management, and communication skills are necessary in this position

Compensation

$75,000

About Simmons, Finney & Winfield, LLC

At Simmons, Finney & Winfield, LLC, we firmly believe in the power of expertise and streamlined operations to drive success. Our committed team of professionals is equipped with years of experience, a wealth of knowledge, and a knack for strategic thinking, ensuring a seamless attorney-client partnership. Whether clients' legal requirements pertain to business ventures or personal matters, rest assured, they are in capable hands with us.

We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic environment where talent thrives. We recognize that our success hinges on the expertise and passion of our team. That's why we're committed to attracting and nurturing top-tier professionals who share our values of excellence, innovation, and client-centric service. Join us in shaping the future of law as we embark on a journey of growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact.