Job description
Extremely busy law firm located downtown Crestview specializing in personal injury and criminal defense seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for immediate full-time, in-person position.
Duties:
- Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and post-trial activities
- Conduct legal research
- Draft and prepare legal documents, such as pleadings and motions
- Maintain and organize case files and documents using document management systems
- Review and analyze documents for relevancy, privilege, and responsiveness
- Assist with deposition preparation, including organizing exhibits and preparing witness files
- Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel as needed
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing witness binders, and coordinating with expert witnesses
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited program
- Minimum of FIVE (5) years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal
- Strong administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize deadlines
- Experience with document management systems for organizing and maintaining case files
- Familiarity with document review software and contract management platforms
- Knowledge of legal administrative procedures and court rules
- Excellent interviewing skills to gather information from clients and witnesses
- Professional phone etiquette when communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
- Strong organizational skills to effectively manage case files, exhibits, and trial preparation materials
If you meet the qualifications above and are interested in joining our team as a Litigation Paralegal, please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
Experience:
- Litigation: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Crestview, FL 32536: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person