Job Title
Virtual Paralegal – West Coast
Company
Equivity, Inc.
Job Description
Are you a seasoned paralegal? Do you have a skill for details and a passion for delivering impeccable service? Equivity, a pioneering name in providing specialized virtual assistance across the US, invites you to be a part of our dedicated team!We are keen on welcoming a virtual paralegal who:
- Ideal paralegals will have experience in at least one specialty area.
- Comes with a minimum of 3+ years of paralegal experience.
- Has been engaged in a law firm setting within the past six months.
- Is technologically proficient, especially with Word, Excel, Adobe, and preferably with cloud-based practice management software like Clio.
Why Equivity?Comprehensive Benefits: We don’t just promise a job; we offer a great place to work. Enjoy medical, vision, and dental benefits along with sick days. In addition to an employee assistance program (EAP), take advantage of employee discounts, expense reimbursements, and an employee savings account.Growth Opportunities: Equivity stands out for its commitment to employee growth. Demonstrate consistent performance and dedication to working with our clients, and you may be eligible for pay increases in as little as three months! With us, every endeavor is an opportunity for recognition and growth.About Equivity:Equivity provides virtual assistance to clients across the United States, with specialties in administrative, marketing, and paralegal support services. Equivity works closely with our clients to provide them with virtual paralegals who are experienced in their field and have successfully worked in a remote or virtual environment. Our rich portfolio possesses clients ranging from solo legal practitioners to multi-partner law firms across varied law specialties. Our virtual paralegals are not just employees; they are the pillars of our esteemed organization, working autonomously and fostering valued relationships with our clientele.You can expect to:
- Operate with significant independence.
- Be responsible for maintaining timely communication with clients between 9 am and 6 pm PT & CT with a close responsiveness commitment.
- Experience the freedom and flexibility of working from the comfort of your home.
- The selected paralegal will come on board as a W-2 employee (not a 1099 independent contractor), with a minimum availability of 20 hours per week and a maximum of 40 hours per week. The starting pay for this role is $23/hr.
Come discover the opportunities that await at Equivity! We welcome applicants throughout the US! If you want to learn more about Equivity’s world visit www.equivityva.com`
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3+ years of experience working as a paralegal
- Proficiency in using a cloud-based practice management system, such as Clio or MyCase
- Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Proficient with Google suite of programs
- Proficient with creating PDFs in Adobe, including features such as bookmarks
- Experience with engagement letters, client invoicing, correspondence, document review and preparation
- Experience drafting form motions
- Availability to make and respond to calls in a professional setting between 9 AM and 6 PM PT & CT
- Your own laptop and smartphone with broadband access to the Internet
- Quiet location in which to take phone calls.
These qualifications are not required, but would be a plus:
- Experience using law firm bookkeeping software for invoicing and timekeeping
- Experience with e-Discovery
- Experience with case management
- Federal experience.
Equivity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Equivity is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Equivity are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national original, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender orientation, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Expected Salary
$23 per hour
Location
Tucson, AZ
Job Posting Date
Fri, 20 Sep 2024 00:43:44 GMT