Litigation Paralegal - Transportation Tort Defense

Litigation Paralegal – Transportation Tort Defense

Direct Hire - Hybrid Schedule

Miami, FL

Position Summary :

TempExperts is working with a well-known Law Firm in Miami, FL seeking a Litigation Paralegal with experience in Transportation Tort Defense.

This is a hybrid position with 2 days in office required.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Tort defense, focusing on personal injury and property damage resulting from transportation violations.

This person who will perform a variety of duties including researching law, investigating facts, and preparing documents for attorneys according to established policies and procedures, and will be comfortable assisting multiple attorneys.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Continual review and management of case files from inception through mediation / arbitration / trial.
• Working knowledge and experience of e-Filing in both State and Federal Court systems.
• Prepare initial discovery, i.e., interrogatories, request for production, request for admissions.
• Prepare draft responses to discovery.
• Monitor deadlines for responses and timeliness.
• Prepare deposition summaries / abstracts.
• Prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, factual chronologies, medical chronologies, agreements, depositions and / or trial binders for use by attorneys.
• Experience in recording / capturing billable time in compliance with client guidelines.
• Investigate facts as requested by attorney.
• Ensure proper indexing and filing of original legal documents.
• Attend trial as necessary.

Qualifications :

• A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of insurance defense experience and product liability litigation is required.
• Experience with trial preparation, summation, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of complex litigation (i.e., medical malpractice, construction, products liability, etc.).
• Working knowledge and experience of e-Filing in both State and Federal Court systems.

Skills Requirements :

• Must have working knowledge of internet software, Excel spreadsheet software, Microsoft Word software, and E-Filing experience in both State and Federal Court systems.
• Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs. Able to read and interpret written information.
• Listens, gets clarification, and responds well to questions.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Synthesizes complex or diverse information. Collects and researches data.
• Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Asks for help when needed.
• Commits to additional hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered! TempExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
6 days ago