The Paralegal will work alongside attorneys to enforce and defend clients’ legal rights by drafting pleadings and motions; calendaring all events timely and within their due dates; participating in client meetings and maintain client contact; create and monitor deadlines for case progression; trial preparation; and finalizing settlement agreements.
Requirements
- 2+ years of Personal Injury Litigation experience preferred, but not required
- Excellent client communications skills
- Strong multitasking skills, highly organized, and detail oriented
- Able to excel in a fast-paced work environment, take direction and work with little supervision
- Able to manage a large caseload and comply with deadlines
- Knowledge of State and Federal court statutes, rules, and procedures
- Familiar in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the ability to become proficient in firm technology programs
- Familiar with legal terminology, court proceeding and drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal documents
- Familiar with court procedures, courtMap, JAWS and e-filing via e-portal
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 8-paid holidays
- Staff and Attorney bonuses
- Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages)
- Group and Optional Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- 401(k) with company matching