Paralegal - Litigation, Tampa

Overview

Typical responsibilities include document and discovery management, drafting pleadings and motions, and trial/hearing support and attendance. Five years of business litigation experience is required. Paralegal certificate is preferred.

• Document and discovery management; drafting pleadings and motions; trial/hearing support and attendance.

• Five years of business litigation experience is required.
• Paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Must demonstrate keen attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Capability to handle various tasks without error, set priorities, and accommodate rush requests.
• Knowledge of legal terms and matters to ensure that submitted forms include all necessary related parties.
• Strong analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
• Superior communication and customer service skills, demonstrating courtesy and diplomacy.
• Ability to think creatively about new solutions and implement best practices.

• Generally, core working hours are from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, with the flexibility to work overtime as needed.

The physical demands described here are those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully, including typing/using a keyboard, and writing by hand. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The above description outlines the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Individuals may be assigned other duties, including work in different functional areas to cover absences or provide relief, equalize peak work periods, or otherwise balance the workload.

Shutts & Bowen LLP is an equal opportunity employer.