Medical Malpractice Litigation Paralegal

Ligori & Ligori Attorneys at Law • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

The Law Office of Ligori & Ligori is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with a strong background in medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, and assisted living facility (ALF) abuse and neglect cases. The paralegal will support attorneys throughout all phases of complex litigation as part of a client-centered legal team. The position may also involve certain car, motorcycle, and/or trucking cases.

The firm describes itself as family-friendly and emphasizes teamwork and taking care of one another. Its core values are being humble, hungry, and smart, and it offers the opportunity to pursue a long-term career making an impact.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience as a Florida plaintiff personal injury litigation paralegal.
• Florida Registered Paralegal (FRP) status for at least two years.
• Must have gone to trial at least once.
• Experience preparing cases for trial.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Self-starter and self-motivated, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills.
• Exemplary tenure with previous employers.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• A four-year degree or a two-year paralegal degree.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations as needed.
• Prepare cases for trial and attend trial with attorneys.
• Organize, draft, review, and file complaints, answers, and discovery.
• Organize case files and prepare for and attend trial.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, complaints, and orders under attorney supervision as needed.
• Maintain and follow up on non-party production documents, including requests for copies and non-party logs.
• Provide legal support to attorneys and other paralegal staff.
• Use state and federal e-filing systems.
• Draft and review Civil Remedies Notices.
• Maintain contact with clients, judges, and opposing paralegals.

Benefits

• $80,000–$100,000 per year, plus potential monthly bonuses.
• One week of paid vacation after six months; two weeks after one year; and three weeks after two years.
• Six paid personal/sick days per year.
• $50,000 life insurance policy paid by the firm.
• Health insurance with four options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA); the basic health insurance package is paid in full by the firm.
• Dental and vision insurance paid for by the firm.
• Health benefits available on the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Discounted JCC gym membership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree