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Title : Debt Collection Litigation Paralegal

Location : Florida - Jacksonville
Refer to Job # TAGR863073

Debt Collection Litigation Paralegal ABOUT THE FIRM Jimerson Birr is a Florida-based business law firm with worldwide reach, multi-industry legal acumen, and a commitment to superior service. Fueled by our mission to exceed client expectations by adding value to their businesses, our experienced team of attorneys knows how to achieve favorable results, even under the most contentious circumstances, both inside and outside the courtroom. Businesses turn to our firm when the stakes are high because of our ability to simplify complexities and achieve inspiring results. ABOUT THE JOB Law Firm is looking for a motivated and driven Debt Collection Litigation Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate is focused, enthusiastic, positive and committed to superior legal support. As a Debt Collection Litigation Paralegal, you would be responsible for managing support functions economically and efficiently, establishing priorities and maintaining good interpersonal relations and communications with lawyers and fellow support staff. Requirements: * College degree and/or Paralegal certificate * A minimum of three (3) years experience in private practice legal litigation support, preferably within an area of consumer debt collection litigation, commercial litigation, construction law, bankruptcy, community association law, or foreclosure-related practice experience * Ability to multitask and prioritize daily work, and meet all deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced, high volume work environment * Superb verbal and written communication skills * Energetic, forward-thinking and highly creative * Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills * Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, ability to quickly learn the cloud-based software solutions utilized by the firm Key Responsibilities: * Handle litigation work-flows from suit through judgment. * Calendaring of client matters, deadlines, and attorney obligations * Calculating current amounts owed * Preparing attorneys for hearings * Draft basic pleadings * Transcribing dictations * Ordering title searches * Processing production (i.e., bates labeling) * E-filing and serving court documents * Communicating effectively with clients, opposing counsel, defendants and courts as necessary * Work well with other team members and be seen as lead support for other team members * Other duties as needed Salary and Benefits Law Firm offers a competitive base salary (commensurate with experience) and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes a discretionary annual bonus program, paid time off (PTO) policy that increases with length of service, paid holidays, a discretionary profit share program, choice of medical plan options, firm-supplemented health savings account option, 401K with automatic employer contribution after one year, company-provided life insurance, dental and vision plans available, long term disability policy, paid parking, learning and development offerings, and career-advancement opportunities. WHY APPLY? At Law Firm, we pride ourselves on our people and their collective achievements. Besides our list of legal industry honors, in 2021 and for the seventh consecutive year, the firm was named one of Florida's Best Companies to Work For by Florida Trend Magazine. In recent years, the firm was also distinguished as one of the Best Places to Work by the Jacksonville Business Journal and five times as one of the 50 Fastest Growing Companies. Opportunities abound for those who can meet and exceed the expectations set for our team. Law Firm is comprised of high-performing and professionally fulfilled people. We believe that a positive attitude, personal accountability, and a commitment to quality work will put a talented person on a fast track for success. Our atmosphere and award-winning firm culture is collegial and professional, and our shared commitment to professional development is superior to our contemporaries. Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, gender identity and marital status. For more information about our firm culture, current career openings, firm history, and professional development tracks please check out our careers page. ## Debt Collection Litigation Paralegal ### Job Description Law Firm is looking for a motivated and driven Debt Collection Litigation Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate is focused, enthusiastic, positive and committed to superior legal support. As a Debt Collection Litigation Paralegal, you would be responsible for managing support functions economically and efficiently, establishing priorities and maintaining good interpersonal relations and communications with lawyers and fellow support staff. ### Requirements * College degree and/or Paralegal certificate * A minimum of three (3) years experience in private practice legal litigation support, preferably within an area of consumer debt collection litigation, commercial litigation, construction law, bankruptcy, community association law, or foreclosure-related practice experience * Ability to multitask and prioritize daily work, and meet all deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced, high volume work environment * Superb verbal and written communication skills * Energetic, forward-thinking and highly creative * Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills * Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, ability to quickly learn the cloud-based software solutions utilized by the firm ### Key Responsibilities * Handle litigation work College degree and/or Paralegal certificate, a minimum of three (3) years experience in private practice legal litigation support, preferably within an area of consumer debt collection litigation, commercial litigation, construction law, bankruptcy, community association law, or foreclosure-related practice experience

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