Litigation Paralegal

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At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission:
For the People.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will work closely with our talented attorneys providing support before, during, and after trials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, legal memoranda
• E-file all court documents in state and federal court
• Communicate with clients, courts, counsel, and others
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation
• Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses
• Draft and serve summons
• Coordinate and summarize depositions
• Prepare trial binders and exhibits
• Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents and file them with the court
• Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics)
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Aid attorneys with interrogatories and discovery requests
• Gather relevant information from various sources
• Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
• Witness preparation
• Assist with case settlements
• Perform other tasks as requested by the attorney

Qualifications

• Associate degree, certification, or equivalent work experience (preferred)
• 2+ years of litigation experience (preferred)
• Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, proficient in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures
• Highly organized with the ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. We offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type.

E-Verify

This employer participates in E-Verify and will confirm your authorization to work in the U.S. through your Form I-9. If E-Verify cannot confirm your work authorization, you will be given instructions to resolve the issue before employment termination.

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• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Legal
• Industries:
  Technology, Information and Internet