Criminal Paralegal

OVERVIEW: Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC. is seeking a dynamic, self-starting individual with vision, initiative, and a demonstrated commitment to serve as a Bilingual (Spanish) Paralegal in the Criminal Department.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Managing Attorney for the Criminal Department.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Paralegal will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness
• Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.
• Administratively support and attend trials when needed
• Prepare case briefs and summarize depositions, interrogatories and testimony
• Conduct investigations and statistical/documentary research
• Locate and develop case relevant information
• Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence
• Answer and direct phone calls
• Maintain contact lists
• Monitor deadlines and juggle calendars
• Translations (In-office and Out-of-Office)

Qualifications & Skills

• 2 or more years' experience as paralegal or legal assistant in Criminal Law
• Familiarity with law, legal procedures and protocols, and court system
• Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in English and Spanish
• Working knowledge of case management software
• Excellent secretarial and organizational skills
• Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure

HOURLY PAY: Based on applicant’s years of relevant experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits offered:

• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Life insurance
• STD/LTD coverage
• Paid time off
• 401 (k)

Aside from a competitive salary and benefits package, Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC offers a professional and team-oriented work environment built around our core values:

• Golden Rule
• Positive Mental Attitude
• Go Above and Beyond

If you are seeking an opportunity to join a professional organization that values teamwork, service, and excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Schedule: Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Work Location: In-Person | One Location