Job Description
Job Description
Summary
We are seeking a passionate, driven, detail-oriented legal professional to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting attorneys in all stages of litigation, but with a focus on discovery and judgment stages. Prior experience is required as this is not an entry level position. All candidates are subject to a 90-day trial period. Compensation is competitive and is commensurate with experience.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support attorneys and senior paralegal in all aspects of litigation and case management, including scheduling, discovery, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
- Draft, proofread, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, and correspondence.
- Manage and organize case files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
- Coordinate with experts, clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
- Oversee assistants and legal support staff, delegating tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Track litigation deadlines, hearings, and case milestones, maintaining proactive communication with the legal team.
- Assist with document review, production, and trial exhibits.
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review.
- Communicate with clients, providing updates and ensuring excellent client service.
- Collaborate with the team to improve workflow efficiency and case management processes.
- Ability and willingness to communicate with clients via their preferred method (call, email, text, video conferencing)
Qualifications
Team-oriented leader with an ability to mentor and guide staffPrior First Party Property litigation preferredPreference will be given to candidates that speak both English and Spanish with expert fluencyAbility to work in the Orlando officeProficient computer and writing skillsSelf-starter driven by long-term career goalsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsBenefits :
401(k) matchingFlexible professional scheduleHealth insuranceDental InsurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceDisability insuranceLife InsuranceCompany Description
Growing law firm with opportunities for professional development.
Company Description
Growing law firm with opportunities for professional development.