Job Description

Job Description

** Trial Lawyers of Arizona:** _ ** A Powerful Force in Trial Advocacy**_

Trial Lawyers of Arizona is a growing and thriving law firm championing justice through the art and science of trial advocacy. TLA relentlessly strives to protect and advance the rights of individuals, ensuring fair and just compensation within the legal system. Our team of highly skilled legal professionals is committed to delivering superior representation and exceptional legal services to those we have the privilege to serve. Our reputation for excellence is backed by years of experience and a strong commitment to fight for justice and deliver favorable results for our clients. TLA is currently seeking a passionate, organized, proactive, enthusiastic and highly skilled Plaintiff Litigation Paralegal to join our growing and winning team. We specialize in personal injury litigation, aggressively advocating for those injured in Arizona. When the insurance company refuses to pay a just settlement, TLA exists to take the battle to the courtroom. At Trial Lawyers of Arizona, we believe in the power of justice and the strength of relentless dedication enhanced by the use of technology to improve the client experience and maximize results.

Position Overview:

As a TLA Plaintiff Litigation Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in delivering excellence and helping build TLA’s reputation as the go-to law firm for personal injury litigation. The ideal candidate will be excited to learn and grow personally and professionally. Your primary role will be to enthusiastically and proactively collaborate with our legal team in all aspects of the litigation process. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, and other legal professionals to ensure we deliver great results through superior file organization, efficient time management, and attentive advocacy and communication with our clients. At TLA we do not manage cases, we deliver superior results.

_ Is this You?_

• You have a hunger and thirst for professional growth and personal development
• You want to make a difference and money while doing just that
• You love organization and are passionate about all details
• You are great at time management and calendaring comes naturally to you
• You strive to be better than you were yesterday
• You want to have a career not a job
• You want to be excited to come to work every day doing what you love
• You love justice and advocating for people
• You thrive in a team setting and environment
• You want to be a part of something bigger
• You appreciate collaboration and feedback
• You value hard work as a requirement to achieve your goals
• You want to be a part of a highly intelligent and winning team mindset
• When something needs to get done, you proactively take it upon yourself to do it
• You see responsibilities as your get to do’s not your have to do’s
• You always go the extra mile
• You follow through and are known for being a dependable A player

Pay/Compensation

Salary is based on experience with a starting range of $65,000 - $75,000 a year. We offer paid legal holidays, health, vision, dental insurance, 401K, and PTO and sick leave. This is a unique opportunity to build with us and be compensated accordingly.

Responsibilities:

1. Case Success Management: Consistently maintain organized case files, documents, and exhibits. Collaborate with the managing attorney and legal professionals in drafting and filing legal documents, pleadings, and motions.

2. Discovery Support: Conduct legal research, document review, and prepare summaries for discovery purposes. Assist in the drafting of interrogatories, requests for production, and other discovery-related documents.

3. Client Advocacy Enhance the client experience. At TLA we prioritize communication and advocacy. A key role will be to engage our clients through proactive communication to gather necessary file information, provide case updates, and address inquiries. Maintain positive client relationships through professional and empathetic communication.

4. Trial Preparation: Showcase excellence in preparing trial exhibits, documents, and other materials. Coordinate witness interviews and manage trial logistics.

5. Deadline Management: Prioritize compliance with deadlines, court rules, and filing requirements. Proactively calendar events, hearings, and court appearances.

6. Administrative Support: Perform a range of administrative tasks, including scheduling, drafting correspondence, and mastering the art of proactively managing attorney time and their calendars.

Qualifications:

1. Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Paralegal certification preferred but not required.

2. Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of plaintiff paralegal experience. Familiarity with personal injury cases is a must. Litigation experience not required for the right candidate.

3. Skills:

- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

- Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Attention to detail and accuracy in work products.

- Proficient in legal case management software.

- Bilingual is preferred. (Spanish)

-Experience using Filevine or similar software

4. Team Player: Ability to collaborate as a team effectively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Trial Lawyers of Arizona is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.