Paralegal

About Us:

Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP ("SMT") is a premier law firm based in the heart of Sonoma County's wine country just north of San Francisco. SMT's 15 attorneys represent sophisticated clients in a wide variety of matters, including business, litigation, estate planning, intellectual property, employment law, and real property. We deliver top-notch advice and service to our clients while maintaining a strong work-life balance for our attorneys and staff. SMT prides itself in focusing on practical and technical training and hands-on mentoring. Deeply involved in the North Bay community, SMT encourages its employees to actively contribute to our community by volunteering for and serving on the boards of local organizations. SMT has been voted by its employees as one of the North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work for several years.

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking a paralegal with experience. This position offers a competitive starting compensation commensurate with experience, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package. SMT provides continued professional development in a firm with a well-earned reputation for providing high-quality, effective, and efficient legal services. SMT values client service, collegiality, kindness, and quality of life. This opportunity has the ability to be a hybrid remote option for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

• Drafting legal documents and pleadings
• Preparing transactional documents and performing legal and case research.
• Communicating with attorneys and clients to ensure efficient case management.
• Supporting complex transaction and litigation matters.

About the Candidate:

• One of the following: (1) Certificate of Completion from an ABA-Approved Program: Paralegals can obtain a certificate from a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). (2) Certificate or Degree from a Postsecondary Institution : Paralegals can complete a certificate program or earn a degree from a postsecondary institution that requires at least 24 semester units in law-related courses. This institution must be accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. or (3) Bachelor's Degree with Law-Related Experience: Paralegals can hold a bachelor's degree in any field combined with one year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney licensed in California or an attorney practicing in California's federal courts.
• Experience working as a paralegal.
• Superior drafting, writing, research, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Microsoft Office (1 Year Preferred)
• Strong work ethic that thrives in both independent and highly collaborative, fast-paced environments.
• Ability to work efficiently and cost-effectively for clients.
• Demonstrated success in helping to build and manage client relationships and deliverables.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending