Application Deadline:
Monday, September 15, 2025
Posted By:
Veronica L. Stachurski, Partner
Category:
Paralegal
Company:
Law Offices of Ward & Stachurski, PLLC (formerly Law Offices of Lisa C. Ward, PLLC)
Location:
Okemos, MI 48864
Type:
Paralegal
Job Type:
Part-time
Years of Experience:
2-4
Education Level:
Paralegal certificate
Contact Information:
Veronica Stachurski: atty.stachurski@gmail.com
Listing Information
Job Summary:
The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services
that may include document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses;
research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or
projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and
interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and
other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• May interview clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence,
exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with hearing preparation, which may include attending hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings
and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite and other related
firm software.
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Desired Skills/Abilities:
• Knowledge and experience utilizing MyCase case management software
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently and accurately transcribe verbal communications
into written reports and documents (e.g. use of dictation software, dicta-phone, etc.)