Paralegal​/Legal Assistant Onsite

Overview

Onsite
Salary: $55,000 - $75,000

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support attorneys with day-to-day legal and administrative responsibilities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly organized, and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.

• Prepare, draft, proofread, and file legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings
• Manage case files, calendars, deadlines, and court filings
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings as needed
• Coordinate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, and closings
• Maintain confidential records and ensure compliance with legal procedures
• Provide general administrative support including scheduling and document management

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent legal experience preferred
• 1–3+ years of experience in a law firm or legal department (practice area flexible or specify if needed)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines independently

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied.

Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.