Mass Tort Paralegal

Levin Papantonio•Pensacola, FL

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About The Position

Looking for something new? Do you want to work at a premier law firm that is a leader in the mass tort space? Levin Papantonio is hiring! Our firm is looking for experienced mass tort paralegals to help us represent numerous injured plaintiffs against some of the largest corporations in the nation. We want you on our team! Local candidates or those planning to relocate to the Pensacola area are preferred. Our ideal candidate will work with the Attorney(s) to perform many tasks during the litigation process. Paralegals are a valuable part of the legal team, often working on all phases of the case from beginning to end. Get to know us: Since 1955, Levin Papantonio has earned a reputation as one of the most successful personal injury law firms in the nation. Our attorneys handle claims throughout the country involving prescription drugs; medical devices; defective products; car accidents; medical malpractice; workers compensation; consumer protection, and all other types of personal injury claims. What We Can Offer You For All Your Hard Work: Paid Holidays Competitive Salary Paid Time Off (PTO) 401(k)/Profit Sharing Health, Dental, Vision Tuition Reimbursement Long Term Disability (LTD) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Group Term Life insurance (GTL)/Voluntary Term Life insurance (VTL) Annual Pay Increase (discretionary) Year End Bonus (discretionary)

Requirements

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm (possible overtime, as needed).
1-3 years of mass tort Paralegal/legal work experience with or without formal legal education/certification.
Ability to oversee procedures and manage work flow among a litigation team/department.
Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Strong research, writing and communication skills
Must have computer skills, specifically in Windows environment

Responsibilities

Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and legal codes.
Assist with drafting, reviewing and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery and many other documents needed in preparation for trial/court
Attend trials acting as an assistant to the Attorney(s) during the court proceedings
Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
Assist in depositions, witness preparation and research
Arrange/partake in client interviews while obtaining case-related information
Manage a department/team of support staff, act as a liaison between the team & the Attorney(s)
Maintain and manage client files
Routine office duties