Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal (1471729) Fort Lauderdale, Florida

A national law firm seeks a Litigation Paralegal for their team in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects and evidence collection.
• Drafts legal documents including motions, affidavits, and discovery.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Perform all aspects of discovery including drafting and responding of discovery requests and subpoenas; compiling, organizing coding/indexing documents.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials, hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• On a case-specific basis, oversees the organization and maintenance of the case file and Case Management Spreadsheet delegating to and overseeing the tasks of department assistants and/or file clerks, as needed.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to organize files and workflow.
• Must be available for overtime and travel, as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Paralegal Certificate/DegreeORfive years of litigation paralegal experience.
• In-depth knowledge of Florida and U.S. District Court laws, court procedures, and electronic discovery.
• Experience with all stages of litigation, including intake, discovery, and trial.
• Experience coordinating trial/arbitration logistics, including negotiating for workspace, setting-up remote office space, and coordinating with clients and vendors.
• Experience maintaining processes to collect, store, and maintain paper and electronic case files.
• Experience with court and administrative agency filings, including electronic or e-filings.
• Experience using e-discovery databases and litigation support software for document production, witness files and deposition transcripts and exhibits.