Big Fire Law & Policy Group LLP is a prominent tribal law firm providing legal representation and advocacy in a broad range of services, with an emphasis in tribal law and federal Indian law serving tribal nations, tribal business enterprises and tribal organizations throughout the United States.

Big Fire Law & Policy Group LLP is seeking a Paralegal to join our Winnebago, NE office. The work requires professionalism, initiative, accuracy, discretion, and confidentiality. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits. Regular working hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

To apply, send a cover letter and resume with salary expectations to careers@bigfirelaw.com.

Duties:

• Assist with client communication and organization of client files.
• Assist attorneys with general corporate and business transactional matters.
• Prepare and manage litigation documents, including declarations, motions, orders, and organization of exhibits.
• Assist with research, including analyzing rules of civil procedure and local court rules.
• Maintain attorney schedules and calendars.
• Provide billing/invoice processing support.
• Coordinate internal resources and review various documentation to obtain necessary information for document drafting.
• Manage client assignment and project management matrix.
• Design, proof, and format legal documents and filings, including basic drafting and extensive revision by following written and oral directions.
• Draft correspondence and contact third parties via telephone, email, and letter.
• Open, clos, and maintain organized hard copy and electronic files.

Requirements:

• Associate degree or Certification in Paralegal Studies.
• 3-5 years minimum legal experience.
• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, Adobe Acrobat and Cloud based software solutions.

• Excellent proof reading and editing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, detail orientated, results driven with exceptional analytical skills.
• Proven organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Preferred:

• Native American law experience.