Paralegal Job Tallahassee Florida USA,Law/Legal

The Florida Bar

Paralegal #4351

Lawyer Regulation | Tallahassee

Minimum starting salary $54,519.76 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).

Summary function:

Provides support to Bar counsel.

Required minimum education:

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

Required minimum professional work experience:

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

Additional information:

Trial/litigation experience and bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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.

Knowledge:

Bar Disciplinary Procedures
Rules of Civil Procedure
Adobe Acrobat

Skills:

Conducting legal and internet research
Drafting and preparation of pleadings
Written legal communication
Dealing with people
MS Word

Abilities:

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
Preform other related duties as assigned

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

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

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