Paralegal/Legal Assistant
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Overview
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$40,000-$60,000/year
Job Description
Do you want to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life every day? Rainey & Rainey, PLLC is a Central Texas law firm specializing in elder law, estate planning, and special needs planning. We are seeking a full-time paralegal or legal assistant to join our Waco team.
This position requires someone who can think critically, communicate professionally, manage multiple responsibilities, and assist attorneys with the drafting and preparation of legal documents.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you believe you would be a good fit for this position. Applications may be submitted through the portal or emailed to
james@raineyandrainey.com
.Duties and Responsibilities:
- Draft and prepare legal documents, correspondence, and other case-related materials under attorney supervision.
- Support attorneys and assist clients throughout the preparation and completion of their legal matters.
- Manage attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling client appointments, professional meetings, and other deadlines.
- Communicate and work professionally with clients, court staff, government agencies, bank officers, attorneys, and other professional contacts.
- Review information, identify issues, and use critical thinking and good judgment to determine appropriate next steps and when attorney guidance is needed.
- Maintain excellent grammar, writing, proofreading, and organizational standards.
- Maintain a professional appearance, demeanor, and attitude when interacting with clients, coworkers, attorneys, and other professionals.
- Perform other tasks as assigned to assist the attorneys, office, and clients.
Our Ideal Candidate Is:
- A critical thinker – able to review information carefully, identify potential issues, solve problems, ask appropriate questions, and exercise sound judgment.
- Friendly and compassionate – someone our clients can comfortably connect with during important and often difficult times in their lives.
- A team player – capable of working with multiple attorneys, assisting other legal assistants/paralegals when needed, and contributing wherever help is needed.
- A strong communicator – has excellent grammar and writing skills and can confidently communicate with clients and professional contacts in person, in writing, and over the phone.
- Detail-oriented and organized – understands that accuracy, follow-through, and attention to detail are essential in legal work.
- Professional and dependable – understands the importance of deadlines, confidentiality, accountability, and completing work accurately and timely.
- Professional in appearance and attitude – consistently presents themselves in a polished, appropriate manner through dress, demeanor, communication, and conduct.
- Focused at work – able to maintain appropriate boundaries regarding personal distractions and social media during working hours.
Prior paralegal/legal assistant or law office experience is preferred but not required. Administrative experience is a plus. A high school diploma is required. Training will be provided.
Compensation and Benefits: Salary will be based on experience, education, and training.
Benefits include:
- Health insurance assistance after 90 days.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) eligibility after the first year of employment.
About Rainey & Rainey, PLLC, Attorneys at Law:
Rainey & Rainey, PLLC is a Central Texas law firm focusing on elder law, estate planning, special needs planning, nursing home Medicaid, asset protection, probate, guardianship, and personal injury matters. With offices in Waco and Georgetown, we serve clients throughout Central Texas.
We are committed to being the trusted legal partners our clients and their families deserve throughout their legal matters.
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This job at Rainey & Rainey, Attorneys at Law, LP is located in Waco, TX, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Rainey & Rainey, Attorneys at Law, LP?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $40,000 and $60,000 per year.
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