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Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal

Job Description If you are an experienced Litigation Paralegal looking for a new and exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply! Long & Jean, P.A. is a prestigious and dynamic law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. With a commitment to excellence, integrity, and innovation, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding results in complex legal matters. We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team of talented professionals. You will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys in all aspects of litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and organized paralegal with a proven track record of contributing to successful litigation cases. Job description, including but not limited to: - General attorney support; - Preparing/drafting correspondence, pleadings and discovery; - Maintaining attorneys' calendar; - Manage trial deadlines, prepare pre-trial binders/preparations ; - Scheduling, coordinating and confirming hearings; depositions; mediation; EUO's; 'prep' with attorneys', meetings, etc.; - E-Filing with State courts; - Familiar with Civil Rules of Procedure in Florida and general understanding of how the case will flow in Litigation; - Knowledge of how a pre-suit matter works in Florida for Personal Injury, along with throughout the course of Litigation; - Issuing and following up on subpoenas (when applicable); - Ensure documents are saved and filed into the appropriate document management system. Qualifications/Skills required: - Punctuality, detail orientation with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; - Ability to take initiative in handling projects, anticipating what needs to be done, ability to understand, follow specific instructions in oral and written form; - Knowledge of state court rules and e-filing procedures, or ability to review same for further reference; - Excellent typing skills; strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; PDF applications (Adobe) and document/case management; - Secretarial/Clerical skill set; - Highly organized, self-motivating and self-starter. Must be diligent and positive worker, able to work in a team atmosphere, positive, self-starter and eager to learn and advance. Pay is commensurate with experience with bonus opportunities. Insurance Benefits after 90-day probationary period. MUST have significant law firm experience. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 Benefits: * Health insurance * Paid time off Schedule: * Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Experience: * Microsoft Office: 3 years (Preferred) * Paralegal: 3 years in Florida (Required) Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off Schedule: * Monday to Friday Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: * Microsoft Office: 3 years (Preferred) * Florida Personal Injury Paralegal: 2 years (Required)