Litigation Paralegal

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLP•Orlando, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Litigation Paralegal manages administrative tasks for legal cases and provides support to attorneys and the Legal Team in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment. The role includes preparing, editing, and formatting legal documents and correspondence; maintaining electronic case files; arranging depositions and meetings; and calendaring. Each paralegal supports one attorney and reports to that attorney. Although the description initially states that the position can be remote or hybrid, the Work Environment section states that it is fully in-office and not eligible for remote work. The position requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent and 3–5 years of litigation paralegal experience or general knowledge of Florida mortgage litigation cases. Secondary education or some college, and Certified Paralegal status, are described as pluses. The role requires strong communication, organization, time-management, proofreading, and multitasking skills, as well as proficiency with MS Office, internet research, and case and document management software. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the company does not provide employment visa sponsorship or immigration support. The role frequently involves sitting, talking, or hearing and may occasionally involve standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. The stated office environment is generally quiet to moderate in noise level, with regular attendance during standard business hours. Daily use of banking systems, accounting software, and remote deposit scanning equipment is expected. Compensation includes a salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3–5 years of litigation paralegal experience or general knowledge of Florida mortgage litigation cases.
Positive attitude and ability to work as a team player.
Ability to provide legal support to attorneys and teams and manage a portfolio of client files.
Ability to navigate state and federal jurisdictional requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with court clerks or judges and defense attorneys.
Excellent internal and external customer service skills.
Self-starter with good time-management abilities.
Ability to balance individual and team responsibilities and contribute to a positive team environment.
Accuracy, thoroughness, and a focus on improving and promoting quality.
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multitask and adapt to change.
Ability to read, write, proofread, and edit.
High-level proficiency in the MS Office suite.
Proficiency in internet research activities.
Familiarity with case and document management software.
Good understanding of law office policies and procedures.
Ability to transcribe correspondence, reports, and legal documents.
Ability to operate a computer, fax machine, scanner, photocopier, typewriter, and telephone.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future; the company does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support.

Nice To Haves

Secondary education or some college.
Certified Paralegal certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare and format memoranda, correspondence, and other legal documents; independently draft standard routine pleadings, correspondence, and other documents.
Read and electronically profile emails.
File pleadings with courts by legal messenger or electronically.
Maintain positive public relations with business associates and clients.
Schedule attorney appointments, meetings, depositions, and other meetings; assist with scheduling seminars, industry dinners, luncheons, and other functions as requested.
Work collaboratively with staff and paralegals to maintain case files.
Proofread legal documents.
Provide legal support to the Legal Team in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
Provide service and client status updates and follow up on outstanding documents or services.
Coordinate with title contacts to complete outstanding tasks, including recordings and missing documents.
Draft and generate pleadings, including complaints, motions, notices of hearings, affidavits, defaults, notices of actions, and notices of publications.
Assist with check-down of closed, active, and hold files, including forwarding invoices for foreclosure fees and costs.
Manage and organize document production and identify privileged documents.
Generate reports and follow up on identified outstanding tasks.
Update client and internal systems as needed.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.