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)