Litigation Paralegal - Fort Lauderdale

La Cava Jacobson & Goodis•Fort Lauderdale, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

La Cava Jacobson, P.A. is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for its Fort Lauderdale office. The firm handles litigation and appeals in Florida state and federal courts and has more than 35 attorneys across six offices. Paralegals perform high-quality billable work for clients, support attorneys, and provide expertise while managing a busy caseload or matter load. The role calls for prior insurance defense experience, preferably in medical malpractice and healthcare defense.

Requirements

At least five years of experience.
College degree and/or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Basic PC skills and ability to use a phone system, copier, scanner, fax machine, and printer.
Ability to follow instructions, complete tasks on time, work independently, and commit the hours necessary to complete assignments.
Ability to respond promptly to attorney and client requests, meet commitments, and work effectively under pressure.
Ability to contribute to a positive team environment and treat others respectfully.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of prior insurance defense experience, preferably in medical malpractice and healthcare defense.
Florida Registered Paralegal status.
Trial experience.

Responsibilities

Obtain and manage client documents, including electronic data, and identify potentially relevant documents.
Conduct litigation, criminal, and civil background checks and obtain properly authenticated records as needed.
Identify and prepare documents for production, including applying Bates labels and redacting privileged or confidential information.
Assist with trial preparation by managing exhibits, evidentiary matters, witness lists, files, and subpoenas; coordinate and attend witness preparation meetings; and assist at trial.
Conduct online research and use the firm’s electronic resources efficiently.
Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and seeking assistance when needed.
Summarize medical records, bills, and supporting documents, and create medical chronologies and bill summaries.
Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and counsel in a team environment.
Work with retained expert witnesses, including reviewing qualifications, selection and retention, and serving as a liaison between the firm and experts.
Review vendor invoices for accuracy and submit them to Accounting for processing in a timely manner.