COMPANY DESCRIPTION
The DeVetter Law Firm is a fast growing criminal record mitigation and probate litigation firm located in Savannah’s beautiful historic district. With Forsyth Park right outside our door, our office environment is friendly and fast-paced.
We are looking for a talented Expungement Paralegal on a full-time basis to manage our expungement and pardon processes from start to finish while delivering a high level of customer service. At the present time the job will be 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri, with potential work from home options.
You will be responsible for:
- Converting callers from lead to client
- Drafting letters, motions and other legal documents
- Achieving an average case flow of 90 - 120 days for processing
This position requires diligent time management practices for proactive follow-through with court clerks, prosecutors, solicitors, and judges for the purpose of scheduling hearings when expungements are denied or a hearing is requested. Strong communication (both written and verbal), efficient case management, along with keen analytical thinking are also integral to success in this role.
Our ideal Candidate must:
- One (1) year of work experience, preferably in court operations or in the fields of criminal justice, parole and probation, legal services.
- A Bachelor’s Degree may substitute the required work experience.
- A Paralegal/Associates Degree or 60 college credits may substitute the required work experience.
- A Paralegal Certificate may substitute the required work experience.
- Have proficient computer literacy
- Have strong assessment and decision-making skills
- Be detail-oriented
- Be reliable and accountable
- Able to thrive in a dynamic, constantly evolving environment
- Able to manage challenging situations and conversations
- Be a solution-based thinker
Key Responsibilities
- Track and monitor the progress of cases while keeping the team informed
- Maintain detailed notes in client records
- Troubleshoot blockages that prevent the timely progress of case flow
- Prioritize customer experience and case flow accordingly
- Manage deadlines by setting reminders and status updates for team members
- Collaborate with team members to move issues to resolution
- Communicate daily with clients throughout the intake and active case process at the direction of support staff to assist in case workflows
- Work to create systems that promote efficiency in the firm's procedure
Qualifications and Experience:
- Preferable experience in court operations or in the field of criminal justice, parole and/or probation, legal services.
- Proficient in Word, Excel, Adobe, and Google Suite
- Experience with drafting letters, motions and other legal documents
- Past performance working in a high-pressure environment, at a fast pace, while maintaining quality and error free work
- Able to work independently
Preferred Requirements:
- Criminal background preferred
- One (1) year of work experience| Bachelor’s Degree | Paralegal/Associates Degree | Paralegal Certificate
- Great communicator able to set clear objectives and follow through
- Self accountability
To apply, upload your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and desire to work with us down below. Because candidates with a criminal record are preferred, your cover letter should explain any experience with the criminal justice system. Then, complete the following
job application. Applicants should NOT call the office or appear in person. Interviews will be scheduled after review of credentials.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are
evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national
origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or
any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental
limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an
undue hardship on the operation of our business.
