Paralegal (Mass Torts)

Rubenstein Law P.A • Miami, FL

87d

About The Position

The Paralegals work alongside attorneys to enforce and defend clients' legal rights by drafting pleadings and motions; calendaring all events timely and within their due dates; participating in client meetings and maintaining client contact; creating and monitoring deadlines for case progression; trial preparation; and finalizing settlement agreements.

Requirements

• 2+ years of Personal Injury Litigation experience preferred, but not required
• Excellent client communication skills
• Strong multitasking skills, highly organized, and detail-oriented
• Able to excel in a fast-paced work environment, take direction, and work with little supervision
• Able to manage a large caseload and comply with deadlines
• Knowledge of State and Federal court statutes, rules, and procedures
• Familiar in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the ability to become proficient in firm technology programs
• Familiar with legal terminology, court proceedings and drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal documents
• Familiar with court procedures, courtMap, JAWS, and e-filing via e-portal
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload from initial filing through trial and post-trial
• Draft and file legal documents and pleadings in State and Federal court
• Draft and file discovery and manage discovery compliance
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner with team members, clients, opposing counsel, judicial employees/clerk, and other legal professionals
• Coordinate, schedule, and calendar meetings, case-related deadlines, notice hearings, depositions, and other litigation-related proceedings
• Manage Attorney's calendar and assist with attorney travel arrangements when needed
• Provide excellent legal support to the team and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Assist with trial preparation (trial binders, exhibits, redacting, etc.)
• Data entry in firm management system pertaining to case related matters

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 7-paid holidays
• Staff and Attorney bonuses
• Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages)
• Group and Optional Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed