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Looking for an opportunity to find your valued place amongst talented and creative problem-solvers? We look forward to getting to know you, a skilled and self-motivated Paralegal as you join our team to become an invaluable asset to our company. If you are detail oriented and have been looking for an opportunity to take the next step in your career, then you will love our energy-charged atmosphere. Fall in love with our passion, values, and total commitment to achieve nothing less than excellence in everything we do. If you thrive on success, recognition, and compensation for a job well done, then we cannot wait to speak with you to join our thriving team.
Title: Paralegal
Work Location: Corporate Office-Tampa
Department: Paralegal/Legal Assistant
Reports to: Legal Assistant Manager
Job Summary:
A Paralegal assists lawyers in preparing and organizing various legal documents for upcoming cases and trials. Their main duties include preparing affidavits and correspondence, discussing case details with attorneys and clients as well as organizing different files for different legal proceedings.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Meets with attorneys, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
- Conducts research, investigates facts, and develops legal arguments.
- Drafting legal documents such as contracts, depositions, initial drafts of pleadings, and motions.
- Keeps track of changes in legal framework and provides timely updates on these changes.
- Preparing and filing documents with courts.
- Organizing and archiving the documents related to completed and ongoing cases.
- Filings in State and Federal Court.
- Calendaring and coordinating deadlines, as well as scheduling hearings and court reporters.
- E-Discovery
- Bates labeling and redacting documents.
- Assisting during mediation, trial, and hearings (including the preparation of hearing binders).
- Preparing and organizing exhibits.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Required Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of State and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clients, witnesses, judicial assistants, opposing counsel, and representatives.
- Understanding of legal language and principles, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
- Knowledge of how to request a summons and the serving process.
- Investigative mind and strong research skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Certification or Associates Degree in Paralegal studies (Bachelor’s degree is preferred)
- A minimum experience of two years in a paralegal role
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
F/T
Non Exempt
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
