Paralegal

Job Description

Paralegal | Addison Group

The Tone:
This is a direct hire full-time role for a Paralegal, strategically located in Tulsa, OK. Addison Group actively partners with a diverse range of professional organizations across the Tulsa metropolitan area, consistently connecting them with highly skilled and reliable candidates. This specific position is posted to cultivate a robust pool of polished professionals who are fully prepared to expertly represent our clients with professionalism and a great attitude. This Paralegal role is absolutely critical for delivering comprehensive legal and administrative support to attorneys, ensuring the meticulous management of case files, efficient drafting of essential legal documents, and thorough preparation for trials within a professional and demanding legal environment.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Direct Hire
• Location: In-person, Tulsa Metropolitan Area
• Pay: $60000–$70000 yearly
• Mission: This role addresses the critical need for a proficient Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal and administrative support, enabling attorneys to concentrate on high-level legal strategies by effectively managing documentation, conducting thorough research, and overseeing all essential case management tasks with precision and accuracy.
• Tech Stack: legal software, case management systems, Microsoft Office

What You’ll Actually Do
• Legal Documentation & Research: Independently draft, review, and proofread various legal documents such as pleadings, motions, contracts, and discovery responses, alongside conducting thorough legal research using online databases and other resources.
• Case & Calendar Management: Systematically organize and maintain both physical and electronic case files, while also managing attorney calendars, scheduling client meetings, court dates, and critical deadlines.
• Court Filings & Communication: Accurately file documents with courts through e-filing or in-person as required, and communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Trial Preparation Support: Provide essential support for trial preparation, including the meticulous creation of exhibits and the compilation of comprehensive trial notebooks.
• Compliance & Confidentiality: Track billable time and assist with client invoicing when applicable, ensure strict compliance with court rules and legal procedures, and maintain the utmost confidentiality of all client and firm information.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Mid-level professional with 2-5 years of dedicated experience within a law firm or a comparable legal setting, demonstrating a strong foundational understanding of legal operations and procedures.
• Experience: Proven proficiency with a variety of legal software, case management systems, and a comprehensive command of Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Skills: Strong written communication skills for drafting precise legal documents, robust verbal communication skills for professional interactions, excellent organizational capabilities coupled with meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.