Paralegal Legal Assistant

Job Description The Legal Assistant / Paralegal will support attorneys and staff with a variety of tasks essential to the daily operations of a multi-state collections practice, including case management, document preparation, electronic filing, and client file maintenance. This is a full-time, in-person role that offers the opportunity to work directly with an experienced legal team in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities - Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence - Manage case files and maintain accurate, up-to-date records across multiple jurisdictions - Handle electronic filing with state and federal courts in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont - Track deadlines, hearings, and court dates to ensure timely compliance - Utilize Microsoft Excel and legal software to organize, analyze, and report on case data - Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third parties - Provide general administrative and clerical support to attorneys as needed Required Qualifications - Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including the ability to build, manage, and interpret spreadsheets - Prior experience using legal software programs (case management, collections, or e-filing platforms) - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail - Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a deadline-driven environment Preferred Qualifications - Prior experience with electronic filing in state or federal court - Prior experience drafting legal documents, pleadings, or correspondence - Prior work experience in a law firm or similar legal environment Compensation & Benefits - Salary commensurate with experience - Matching 401(k) retirement plan - Full-time, in-person position at our Barrington, Rhode Island office Company Description Our busy, collections-based law firm handles an active caseload across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. We are a fast-paced, client-focused practice looking to add a dedicated Legal Assistant / Paralegal to our team at our Barrington, Rhode Island office.Company DescriptionOur busy, collections-based law firm handles an active caseload across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont. We are a fast-paced, client-focused practice looking to add a dedicated Legal Assistant / Paralegal to our team at our Barrington, Rhode Island office.