Job Description
Job Description
Job description
We are looking to hire an experienced paralegal to join us for litigation in Jacksonville, Florida. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of hands-on litigation experience, and be capable of managing a civil or business litigation case from intake through trial. This is an in-office, full-time role with significant opportunity for professional growth and advancement within the firm. Strong knowledge of the Florida Civil Rules of Procedure, and E-filing experience in State and Federal court is expected. The position requires a high degree of organization, flexibility, and adaptability. We are looking for someone with strong work ethics but also a professional and pleasant personality.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Jacksonville, FL 32256 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jacksonville, FL 32256: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,067.00 - $65,549.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Compensation:
$62,067- $65,549
Responsibilities:
- Conducting legal research and analysis using various databases and resources.
- Drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery requests.
- Assisting attorneys with case preparation, including organizing and managing case files and documents.
- Coordinating and scheduling depositions, hearings, and other matters.
- Communicating with clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
- Assisting with trial preparation, including preparing trial exhibits and witness binders.
- Assist attorneys in managing business and civil cases from intake through resolution.
- Draft and review legal correspondence, demand letters, and pre-suit documents.
- Scheduling client appointments and managing calendars.
- Organizing case files and maintaining client correspondence.
- Assisting with collecting intake documents.
- Track and monitor case deadlines to ensure timely filings and responses.
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and maintain efficient workflow.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a litigation paralegal in a Florida law firm setting.
- Strong understanding of the litigation process and procedures.
- Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
- Experience with E-filing and general navigation of the Florida court system
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively.
- Ability to write, speak, and interact clearly and professionally.
- Must be adaptable and flexible to adjust to changing demands and timelines.
- Extremely organized with strong multi-tasking and time-management skills.
- Can handle sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality.
- Maintain frequently changing calendar and understand priorities to effectively manage schedule.
- Ability to work 9:00 am – 5:30 pm + as needed.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe, etc.
Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of hands-on litigation experience, and be capable of managing a civil or business litigation case from intake through trial
- Strong knowledge of the Florida Civil Rules of Procedure, and E-filing experience in State and Federal court is expected
- The position requires a high degree of organization, flexibility, and adaptability.
- We are looking for someone with strong work ethics but also a professional and pleasant personality.
About Company
16-year-old growing, small firm doing business and family law matters with an international or foreign component, domestication of foreign orders, shareholder suits, partnership disputes, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, etc.