Paralegal

Attorneys Inc. is a small but busy office in downtown Missoula whose practice focuses on personal injury, workers' compensation, insurance disputes, consumer protection, and medical malpractice cases. We are hiring a full-time paralegal.

The right candidate for this position will have the following job responsibilities which include but are not limited to: file organization; communications with clients, attorneys, and experts; drafting & formatting documents; filing; light research; calendaring and monitoring deadlines; and other tasks as assigned.

Candidate must be proficient in WordPerfect or Word (preferably both) and Adobe Acrobat. Prior law office experience preferred. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm, with occasional overtime.

Some responsibilities include but are not limited to

Excellent computer and keyboarding skills with knowledge of word processing software and the ability to quickly learn new computer programs,

Strong attention to detail, time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills,

Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands with frequent interruptions,

Ability to work independently as well as with others,

Exceptional listening skills and oral & written communication skills,

Ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure, be a self-starter, and have a sense of urgency,

Pay DOE, but likely starting in the range of $18-25/hour with increases based on performance. Benefits include earned paid time off, 6 paid holidays per year after 6 months of full-time employment, and health insurance (employer pays a percentage of the premium) available after 60 days of full-time employment.

To apply, provide your cover letter, resume, and references by replying to this posting.