Law Firm
Plantation, FL
Legal Staff Paralegal in Plantation, FL
Legal Staff
2-18 yrs required
No
Job Title
Paralegal
Job Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload from initial filing through trial and post-trial.
- Draft and file legal documents and pleadings in State and Federal court.
- Draft and file discovery documents and ensure 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 trial binders, exhibits, and redacting documents.
- Perform data entry in the firm management system pertaining to case-related matters.
Education and Experience Information
- 2+ years of Personal Injury Litigation experience preferred, but not required.
- Familiarity with legal terminology, court proceedings, and drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal documents.
- Knowledge of State and Federal court statutes, rules, and procedures.
- Familiar with court procedures, courtMap, JAWS, and e-filing via e-portal.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the ability to become proficient in firm technology programs.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Salary Information
The text does not provide specific salary information, but mentions benefits including:
- Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 7 paid holidays.
- Staff and attorney bonuses.
- Medical benefits including health, dental, vision, short-term disability (STD) & long-term disability (LTD), and other medical coverages.
- Group and optional life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- 401(k) with company matching.
Jul 25, 2025
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