General Litigation and Work compensation Paralegal

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Title: Paralegal
Location: Fishback Dominick Law Firm, Winter Park, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Expected Hours: 40 per week, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday to FridaySalary - Depends on Experience level Job description:
Fishback Dominick LLP seeks a highly detailed-oriented individual with strong communication skills who is motivated to take on responsibilities and challenges and will also support our Government Law and Workers’ Compensation litigation attorneys. This full-time position encompasses a variety of administrative, document processing tasks, e-filing, calendaring, trial notebooks, keeping time entries, and some dictation. This is an exceptional opportunity for candidates seeking a high level of responsibility in a diverse and progressive law firm environment





Qualifications, Skills and Competencies:

• The ideal candidate will have outstanding organizational skills, prepare top quality work product and significant experience in civil litigation preferred, including experience with trial preparation.
• Proficient scheduling and calendaring abilities, including working with Court personnel and opposing counsel
• Experience with e-filing documents in state and federal courts
• A commitment to exceptional client service

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to draft/prepare a variety of legal documents

• Strong time managements skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• 5 – 8 years legal experience handling litigation matters
• Motivated personality to excel in their position
• Proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• Deadline and detail-oriented

Responsibilities:

1. Assist attorneys in all aspects of General Litigation, Government Law, and Workers’ Compensation Litigation
2. Assist with opening and managing case files, storing both electronic and hard copies of documents
3. E-file documents in State and Federal courts
4. Maintain calendar and deadline reminder systems
5. Communicate professionally with clients, other attorneys and their staff, and court personnel.
6. Create, organize, and manage legal documents, attorney trial and hearing notebooks, and document indexes (when necessary)

Benefits:

1. Fishback Law Firm offers a competitive benefits package and opportunity for advancement.
2. Benefits include - 100% paid Health, Long-term Disability and Life Insurance (employee only).
3. Generous PTO program and company holidays
4. Company-matched 401K plan with a lucrative employer match.
5. Educational assistance after 2 years.
6. Optional dental, vision, cancer, short-term disability and other policies through AFLAC (payroll deduction but paid by employee)

Non-Discrimination: Fishback Dominick LLP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and relevant experience to info@fishbacklaw.com Come join our team!