Legal Assistant IV
Also referred to as: Legal Assistant IV, Paralegal Support Associate IV
Requirements and Responsibilities
Performs administrative and paralegal duties for attorneys or legal firms. Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes to research and analyze legal topics. Drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, and contracts. Conducts fact-finding, data collection, and analysis used to prepare statements and arguments. Manages, organizes, and archives documents with software tools and technology. Assists with scheduling and client correspondence. Typically requires an associate degree. Typically requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to an attorney. Independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. Typically requires 5-7 years of related experience.
Similar Jobs:  Legal Assistant I, Legal Assistant II, Legal Assistant III, Legal Secretary IV, Legal Records Specialist IV, Legal Secretary I, Legal Secretary III, Legal Secretary II, Legal Services Director
Level of Education:  Legal Assistant IV Salaries with No Diploma, Legal Assistant IV Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Legal Assistant IV Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Legal Assistant IV Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Legal Assistant IV Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Legal Assistant IV Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
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