Legal Staff Paralegal in Orlando, FL

Law Firm

Orlando, FL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Orlando, FL

Legal Staff

2-18 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload from initial filing through trial and post-trial stages.
- Draft and file legal documents and pleadings in both State and Federal courts.
- Draft and file discovery documents and manage discovery compliance.
- Communicate clearly and concisely with team members, clients, opposing counsel, judicial employees/clerk, and other legal professionals.
- Coordinate, schedule, and calendar meetings, case-related deadlines, notice hearings, depositions, and other litigation-related proceedings.
- Manage attorney’s calendar and assist with attorney travel arrangements when needed.
- Provide excellent legal support to the team and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Assist with trial preparation, including preparing trial binders, exhibits, and redacting documents.
- Perform data entry in the firm management system related to case matters.

Education and Experience Information:
- At least 2 years of experience in Personal Injury Litigation is preferred but not required.
- A paralegal certificate is a plus but not mandatory.
- Strong client communication skills.
- Ability to multitask, highly organized, and detail-oriented.
- Capable of excelling in a fast-paced work environment, taking direction, and working with minimal supervision.
- Ability to manage a large caseload and comply with deadlines.
- Knowledge of State and Federal court statutes, rules, and procedures.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the ability to become proficient in firm technology programs.
- Familiarity with legal terminology, court proceedings, and drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal documents.
- Knowledge of court procedures, courtMap, JAWS, and e-filing via e-portal.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

Salary Information:
- Not explicitly provided in the text.

Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 7 paid holidays.
- Staff and Attorney bonuses.
- Medical benefits, including health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, and other medical coverages.
- Group and optional life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- 401(k) plan with company matching.