Job Description:

Working at Lois means finding the place you can succeed, grow, and be part of a constantly advancing firm that has been breaking barriers and becoming a highly recognized name in the industry! With a team-mentality, full-benefits package, continuous ongoing support, and strong standards of development, we continue to be leaders with consistently positive outcomes. Come meet with us to see what we are all about and let's break barriers so we can help our clients, together!Work-life balance and career growth are fundamental priorities. We are devoted to helping the community which starts with our passion for helping to defend our clients. We strive to build strong, responsive relationships while being ethically responsible and formidable allies. We provide on-going education programs for all levels of employment, from legal assistants to partners. By combining our community driven culture and our on-going education, we cultivate an atmosphere of thought-provoking advocacy for everyone.Full-time Paralegal needed for a mid-sized and growing workers' compensation law firm with a friendly and collegial atmosphere in Paramus, New Jersey. Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field is a plus but NOT required. This job offers a rigorous training program to introduce new team members to our standards, technology, and processes in a systemic and measured way.Responsibilities:Conduct research to support legal proceedingsAssist with the drafting and reviewing of legal documentsInvestigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputesMonitor and ensure compliance with state and federal regulationsRecord and store client informationAnalyze and investigate factsPerform extensive document review including reviewing medical records and legal decisions, as well as calendaring hearings and deadlinesCorrespond with clients regarding legal matters"‹Qualifications:Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal fieldAn associates degree is required.A Certificate in Paralegal Studies from an ABA approved organization or bachelor's degree is preferred.Effective and proactive team player that has a positive can-do attitude.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively work and communicate with all levels of partners, attorneys, and staff as well as our clientsDeadline and detail oriented, strong organizational skills, committed to getting hisher daily tasks completed to meet deadlinesSelf-motivated, self-starter who has the ability to work independently with little supervisionAbility to utilize critical thinking skills to push claims forward to closureFamiliarity with legal researchInitiative to solve problems on your own, but also follow instructions for established processesMust be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and have experience using case management applications (generally tech savvy)Associate's Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies from an ABA approved organization or Bachelor's Degree is preferred.Must be punctual, responsible and reliablePerks:Firm provides 80% coverage of medical, dental and vision benefit costs3% non-elective safe harbor contribution to 401KLife insurance and long-term disability provided at no cost to our Team MembersFlexible work from home opportunities after 90 daysHands-on training approach and continual education opportunitiesOne-to-one AttorneyParalegal ratio.Employee Growth Coaching to all Team Members.Weekly in-house Group Fitness Training sessions to all Team Members that want to participate.Monthly Writer's Workshops for all Team Members to help bridge the theoretical and relevant concepts to lawFirm charity events to benefit our local communityBi-annual reviews that offer our Team Members feedback to help guide them through our advancement pathLOIS LLC will reimburse costs associated with obtaining a Notary License after 6 months of employmentLois LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. Absolutely no recruiters.Please check out our website to learn more about our firm!