Litigation Paralegal

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Litigation Paralegal Job at Premier Personal Injury Law Firm in Southeast GA

Overview:

- Farah & Farah, a premier personal injury law firm in Southeast GA, is seeking a self-motivated and skilled Litigation Paralegal to join their team. The firm is committed to delivering justice for their clients with uncompromising support, professionalism, and compassion.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct pre-claim investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments
- Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents and file them with the court
- Perform administrative duties such as calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, and manage logistics
- Assist with preparation of federal and state administrative filings
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
- Assist with trial and arbitration preparation, including managing trial exhibits and providing other trial-related assistance
- Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
- Gather relevant information from various sources, including Lexis and Westlaw research
- Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
- Help with voir-dire, jury selection, and witness preparation
- Assist with case settlements
- Address client inquiries regarding case status and process
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Qualifications:

- 3+ years of experience working as a Litigation Paralegal in Personal Injury law
- Experience with federal/state court litigation from onset to trial phase
- Familiarity with federal and state procedures and court rules
- Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, etc.
- Proficiency in MS Office and ability to work with legal technology
- Knowledge of federal filing systems
- Bilingual proficiency a plus
- Working knowledge of case management software
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Professional demeanor and appearance
- Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferred

Benefits:

- Dental, health, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K
- Short term disability and basic life insurance provided by employer

Schedule:

- Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
- Onsite professional office setting

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Farah & Farah provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

E-Verify:

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the . If E-Verify cannot confirm your authorization, the employer will provide you with written instructions and an opportunity to resolve the issue before taking any action, such as terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.

Farah & Farah, a premier personal injury law firm in Southeast GA, is seeking a skilled and self-motivated Litigation Paralegal to join their team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work in a professional office setting. The firm is dedicated to delivering justice for their clients and providing uncompromising support, professionalism, and compassion.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct pre-claim investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments to assist attorneys with case preparation.
- Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents and file them with the court.
- Perform administrative duties, such as calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, and manage logistics.
- Assist with preparation of federal and state administrative filings.
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes to ensure organized and accurate case information.
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices for trial and arbitration preparation.
- Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests to gather relevant information.
- Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties for effective case management.
- Help with voir-dire, jury selection, and witness preparation to support the trial process.
- Assist with case settlements and address client inquiries regarding case status and process.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures to maintain a professional and ethical work environment.

Qualifications:

- 3+ years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal in Personal Injury law.
- Experience with federal/state court litigation from onset to trial phase.
- Familiarity with federal and state procedures and court rules.
- Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, etc.
- Proficiency in MS Office and ability to work with legal technology.
- Knowledge of federal filing systems.
- Bilingual proficiency a plus.
- Working knowledge of case management software.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
- Professional demeanor and appearance.
- Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferred.

Benefits:

- Dental, health, and vision insurance to support employee well-being.
- Paid time off for work-life balance.
- 401K for long-term financial stability.
- Short term disability and basic life insurance provided by employer for added security.

Schedule:

- Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts.
- Onsite professional office setting for a conducive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Farah & Farah provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. The firm is committed to creating a diverse

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Dental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, 401K, employer paid short term disability and basic life insurance

English, bilingual (preferred)

Legal research, case management, document filing, trial preparation, administrative duties, client communication, time management, attention to detail, professionalism, confidentiality, bilingual (preferred)

Paralegal associate's degree or relevant certification

Submit resume and cover letter to [contact person name] at [email address] or apply online at [company url]

Qualification and Experience Paralegal associate's degree or relevant certification

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