Legal Staff Paralegal in Tallahassee, FL

Law Firm

Tallahassee, FL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Tallahassee, FL

Legal Staff

Min 4 yrs required

No

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:

- Case Management: Support attorneys with day-to-day case oversight by maintaining organized digital and physical files, tracking deadlines, and ensuring all case activity is up to date in case management software.
- Document Preparation: Draft, proofread, and file pleadings, discovery responses, subpoenas, and motions with attention to detail and compliance with court rules and deadlines.
- Discovery Coordination: Assist in all phases of discovery, including preparing discovery requests and responses, organizing and analyzing document productions, and managing document review databases.
- Client & Witness Communication: Serve as a key point of contact for clients, medical providers, witnesses, and experts to coordinate statements, schedule depositions, and ensure accurate, timely communication.
- Trial Preparation: Assist attorneys with preparing trial binders, exhibits, witness files, and courtroom logistics. Attend trial when necessary to provide in-the-moment support.
- Calendar & Deadline Management: Maintain litigation calendars, track court-imposed deadlines, hearing dates, and case milestones to ensure no detail is missed.
- Legal Research: Conduct limited legal research and cite-checking as requested to support motion practice and trial preparation.
- Administrative Support: Handle court filings (e-filing and physical filing when needed), manage service of process, and assist with the preparation of settlement disbursements and closing documents.
- Proactive Problem Solving: Anticipate attorney needs, flag potential issues early, and help develop solutions that keep litigation moving efficiently.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys, litigation assistants, and pre-suit staff to ensure a cohesive and high-performing team approach to each case.

Education and Experience Information:

- At least 4 years of experience working as a paralegal in a litigation setting is preferred.
- Personal injury experience preferred.
- Proficiency in Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and in drafting legal documents.
- US work authorization.

Salary Information:

- $60,000 - $72,000 per year depending on experience.
- This is a performance-based position with an opportunity to receive quarterly bonuses.

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