Paralegal

Paralegal - #2181

Lawyer Regulation | Tampa, FL branch office

Minimum starting salary $56,700.55 with an excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Must submit (attach) a legal writing sample to the application.

Provides support to bar counsel.

• Pleading preparation.
• Conducting legal research.
• Assisting in investigations and file reviews.
• Assisting in trial preparation.
• Assisting in preparation and submission of public record reviews.
• Assisting in special projects and preparation and submission of monthly memos.
• Other duties as assigned.

Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study (proof required at interview). Juris Doctorate will substitute for this education.

Four (4) years of paralegal/legal assistant experience or certified as a Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant or Juris Doctorate.

• Bar Disciplinary Procedures
• Rules of Civil Procedure
• Adobe Acrobat

• Conducting legal research
• Drafting and preparation of pleadings
• Written legal communication
• Critical thinking
• MS Word

• Think logically and solve problems effectively
• Carry out directions
• Organize and prioritize work Think and work independently and responsibly
• Tactfully manage difficult situations
• Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing
• Interpret TFB policies and procedures
• Learn The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
• Create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe
• Sit for long periods of time, hear and converse over the telephone, and key/work frequently on a computer
• Lift 5 to 10 lbs.

Please notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.

EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Non-Exempt position.

This position is an in-office position, located in Tampa, Florida and is not a remote position.