Are you a detail-oriented, highly motivated paralegal with a passion for litigation? We’re on the lookout for an Energetic Paralegal to support our legal team with expertise and enthusiasm! What You’ll Be Doing: • Case Management: Support attorneys with day-to-day case oversight by maintaining organized digital and physical files, tracking deadlines, and ensuring all case activity is up to date in Filevine (or other case management software). • Document Preparation: Draft, proofread, and file pleadings, discovery responses, subpoenas, and motions with attention to detail and compliance with court rules and deadlines. • Discovery Coordination: Assist in all phases of discovery, including preparing discovery requests and responses, organizing and analyzing document productions, and managing document review databases. • Client & Witness Communication: Serve as a key point of contact for clients, medical providers, witnesses, and experts to coordinate statements, schedule depositions, and ensure accurate, timely communication. • Trial Preparation: Assist attorneys with preparing trial binders, exhibits, witness files, and courtroom logistics. Attend trial when necessary to provide in-the-moment support. • Calendar & Deadline Management: Maintain litigation calendars, track court-imposed deadlines, hearing dates, and case milestones to help ensure no detail is missed. • Legal Research: Conduct limited legal research and cite-checking as requested to support motion practice and trial preparation. • Administrative Support: Handle court filings (e-filing and physical filing when needed), manage service of process, and assist with the preparation of settlement disbursements and closing documents. • Proactive Problem Solving: Anticipate attorney needs, flag potential issues early, and help develop solutions that keep litigation moving efficiently. • Team Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys, litigation assistants, and pre-suit staff to ensure a cohesive and high-performing team approach to each case. Who We’re Looking For: • You’re organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about the legal field! With strong communication skills and a proactive attitude, you’re ready to dive into a dynamic role and make a difference in clients’ cases. If you’re ready to grow with us and make a lasting impact, send us your resume today! We can’t wait to welcome our next paralegal superstar to the team! This is a performance-based position with an opportunity to receive quarterly bonuses. Responsibilities: • Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, notices, subpoenas, and other correspondence under attorney supervision. • Assist in the organization and management of case files, including maintaining electronic filing systems, the firm's case management system, and tracking deadlines. • Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts to schedule meetings, depositions, and trial dates. • Provide administrative support and assist with calendar management, client communication, and client close-outs. • Proactively assist with scheduling and calendaring hearings, mediations, and depositions. Qualifications: • At least 4 years of experience working as a paralegal in a litigation setting is preferred. • Personal injury experience preferred. • Ability to handle deadlines. • Strong communication skills. • Ability to multitask. • Ability to be proactive. • Proficiency in the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and in drafting legal documents. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Excellent time management skills. • US work authorization. Compensation: $60,000 - $72,000 per year depending on experience
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, notices, subpoenas, and other correspondence under attorney supervision. • Assist in the organization and management of case files, including maintaining electronic filing systems, the firm's case management system, and tracking deadlines. • Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts to schedule meetings, depositions, and trial dates. • Provide administrative support and assist with calendar management, client communication, and client close-outs. • Proactively assist with scheduling and calendaring hearings, mediations, and depositions.