PARALEGAL POSITION!

R & W Group is looking for a talented Paralegal for one of its favorite law firm clients in DC! This role will be responsible for handling various duties within the practice area of the firm and will work directly with the Attorneys in the group. If you love Paralegal work and know this is what you want to do for a career, this role is for you! In this position, you will handle the following (as well as other potential duties not listed):

Responsibilities/Duties

Organize and maintain documents and files and distribute to working groups
Prepare necessary volumes of documentation after work is completed and distribute post-closing documents
Conduct research and review public documents
Proofread, organize documents, and assist with in-house client meetings
Prepare and file forms with a third-party vendor
Assist Attorneys with performing legal research, summarize legal documents, and indexing of documents
Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

Excellent proofreading skills
Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite
Proficiency legal research databases, such as Westlaw and Lexis/Nexis
Ability to work independently or in a team with limited supervision
Flexibility to work late and on weekends/holidays, and travel when necessary

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of legal principles and practices acquired through formal paralegal training or its equivalent
Knowledge of iManage, Concordance, FileSite, DAPS, LiveNote

Required Education