Paralegal

LOCATION

Remote Work-at-Home

JOB TYPE

Full-Time

PAY TYPES

Salary

SALARY

Commensurate

BENEFITS & PERKS

MANAGEMENT: Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement, Company Cell Phone, Company Laptop, Advancement

POSITION OVERVIEW

MCI is a leading Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company that specializes in delivering tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on innovation, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in the industry.

 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal to join our legal team. The successful candidate will support by managing case files, conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, and ensuring all filings and paperwork are processed efficiently. This role requires a proactive approach to case management and a strong understanding of legal processes to contribute effectively to our team’s success.

 

To be considered for this role, you must complete a full application on our company careers page, including all screening questions and a brief pre-employment test.

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POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and gather relevant information from a variety of resources, including statutes, case law, legal articles, and regulations.
•  Draft legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and briefs. Assist in the preparation of documents for court filings.
• Organize and maintain case files, manage deadlines, and keep track of ongoing legal proceedings. Ensure all necessary documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Communicate with clients to obtain information, provide updates on case status, and assist with answering routine questions.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for court appearances and trials, including organizing exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.
• Perform administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars, and managing correspondence.
• Handle other tasks as assigned by attorneys or supervisors to ensure the efficient operation of the legal team.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

WONDER IF YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR THIS POSITION?

All positive, and driven applicants are encouraged to apply. The Ideal candidates for this position are highly motivated and dedicated and should possess the below qualities:

• Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field; Paralegal certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and document management systems.
• Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and documentation requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact professionally with clients and court personnel.
• Ability to review and organize detailed documents with accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

All MCI Locations

• Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.

Subject to the program and location of the position

• Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint.  Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.
• Must be willing to submit to drug screening.  Job offers are contingent on drug screening results.

COMPENSATION DETAILS

WANT AN EMPLOYER THAT VALUES YOUR CONTRIBUTION?

We offer competitive compensation packages, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be largely sedentary and will be required to sit/stand for long periods while using a computer and telephone headset. The employee will be regularly required to operate a computer and other office equipment, including a phone, copier, and printer. The employee may occasionally be required to move about the office to accomplish tasks; reach in any direction; raise or lower objects, move objects from place to place, hold onto objects, and move or exert force up to forty (40) pounds.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of MCI and its affiliates to provide reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodatio