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Title : Paralegal

Location : Florida - Jacksonville
Refer to Job # WFAN861707

Tuition Reimbursement Wellness Program Salary The salary for this position is based on experience. ## Paralegal Law Firm located in Plantation, FL is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their Litigation Department. ### Job Summary The Paralegal, working alongside attorneys, will be responsible for enforcing and defending clients legal rights by drafting pleadings and motions; calendaring all events timely and within their due dates; participating in client meetings and maintaining client contact; creating and monitoring deadlines for case progression; trial preparation; and finalizing settlement agreements. ### Responsibilities and Duties - Manage a caseload from initial filing through trial and post-trial - Draft and file legal documents and pleadings in State and Federal court - Draft and file discovery and manage discovery compliance - Communicate in a clear and concise manner with team members, clients, opposing counsel, judicial employees/clerk, and other legal professionals - Coordinate, schedule and calendar meetings, case related deadlines, notice hearings, depositions, and other litigation related proceedings - Manage Attorney's calendar and assist with attorney travel arrangement when needed - Provide excellent legal support to the team and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment - Assist with trial preparation (trial binders, exhibits, redacting, etc.) - Data entry in firm management system pertaining to case related matters ### Qualifications and Skills - 2+ years of Personal Injury Litigation experience preferred, but not required - Excellent client communications skills - Strong multitasking skills, highly organized, and detail oriented - Able to excel in a fast-paced work environment, take direction and work with little supervision - Able to manage a large caseload and comply with deadlines - Knowledge of State and Federal court statutes, rules, and procedures - Familiar in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the ability to become proficient in firm technology programs - Familiar with legal terminology, court proceeding and drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal documents - Familiar with court procedures, courtMap, JAWS and e-filing via e-portal - Bilingual (English/Spanish) ### Benefits - Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 7-paid holidays - Staff and Attorney bonuses - Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages) - Group and Optional Life insurance - Employee Assistance Programs - 401(k) with company matching - Tuition Reimbursement - Wellness Program ### Salary The salary for this position is based on experience. Law Firm is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their Litigation Department in Plantation, FL. This position is an integral part of the team and is responsible for enforcing and defending clients legal rights by drafting pleadings and motions; calendaring all events timely and within their due dates; participating in client meetings and maintaining client contact; creating and monitoring deadlines for case progression; trial preparation; and finalizing settlement agreements. The successful candidate must have 2+ years of Personal Injury Litigation experience (preferred, but not required), excellent client communication skills, strong multitasking skills, and the ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment. Knowledge of State and Federal court statutes, rules, and procedures is also required, as well as familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and firm technology programs. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. In return for their hard work and dedication, Law Firm offers a competitive salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 7-paid holidays, Staff and Attorney bonuses, Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages), Group and Optional Life insurance, Employee Assistance Programs, 401(k) with company matching, Tuition Reimbursement, and a Wellness Program. 2+ years of Personal Injury Litigation experience preferred

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