Paralegal

About This Role

The Litigation Paralegal will directly support attorneys with ongoing cases, managing secretarial and clerical duties, and preparing cases for trial. This role involves extensive document management, e-filing, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform secretarial, clerical, and data entry duties
• Maintain attorney's calendar
• Schedule depositions, pre-depositions, meetings, mediations, hearings
• Manage documents using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe
• E-file legal documents in Florida’s E-Portal System
• Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, hearings, trials, and conferences
• Draft legal court documents like pleadings, motions, affidavits, and subpoenas
• Send out correspondence to parties/non-parties via email, regular mail, or certified mail
• Communicate with clients
• Set up Court Calls or Zoom for hearings

Requirements

• 2+ years of litigation experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently
• Excellent organization skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
• Teamwork oriented

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience

Nice to Have

• Trial experience
• Experience e-filing in both state and federal courts

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits