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Legal Assistant -Paralegal
Lumberton, NC

# Legal Assistant -Paralegal

Law Firm is looking for a professional, detail-oriented Legal Assistant -Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate is someone with prior legal experience, preferably in real estate and a stable work history. This individual must have excellent follow-up and superior typing, writing and proofreading skills and be able to work with interruptions and priorities that change a lot.

## Qualifications and Responsibilities:
* High energy level and consistently focused on work and career.
* Trainability: Good listening and note taking skills. Open to learning and being taught.
* Good memory and average intelligence or above average intelligence, common sense and basic critical thinking and problem solving skills.
* Flexible team player who is willing to do any job in the office that supports the needs of the team and the attorney.
* Able to work with interruptions and priorities that change a lot
* Good computer skills including MS Word. Able to learn new software quickly.
* Typing of at least 50 words per minute.
* Good spelling and strong writing skills. (Grammar, punctuation, proofreading)
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Represent the firm in a professional manner.
* Handle stress without having major meltdowns that distract the focus from work and customers.
* Self-motivation and strong work ethic.
* Ability to complete tasks without frequent reminders, and time management skills.
* Superior follow-up, communication and strong problem solving skills.
* Ability to wear many hats and work successfully in a small firm.

## Education and Experience Requirements:
* High School diploma required.
* Some college strongly preferred.
* Prior legal experience, preferably in real estate.
* Criminal background check required.
* Trial Employment period may apply.

## Pay:
Competitive – Hourly, based on experience.

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, please email resumes & references to **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. We require a minimum of a two year commitment and prefer a candidate with a stable work history.






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