Paralegal

AP Recruiters & Associates • West Palm Beach, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Our client is a leading, well-established law firm seeking a skilled and proactive Litigation Paralegal to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to support a dynamic team of attorneys on complex litigation matters. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong understanding of civil procedure, discovery, and trial preparation. This role offers a clear path to permanent employment for high performers and the chance to work in a collaborative, professional environment in the heart of West Palm Beach.

Requirements

• Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or a certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, preferably in a defense or insurance-related firm.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Florida state and federal court rules, procedures, and filing requirements.
• Proven experience managing the discovery process from start to finish.
• High proficiency with e-filing systems (PACER, Florida Courts E-Filing Portal) and legal software (e.g., iManage, Relativity, CaseMap, Trial Director).
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and complex cases simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work on-site in West Palm Beach, FL.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, review, analyze, and summarize legal documentation, medical records, and case materials.
• Manage all aspects of discovery, including drafting requests, tracking responses, and organizing document productions.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, hearings, and meetings with clients, experts, witnesses, and court reporters.
• Identify, research, and evaluate potential expert witnesses; maintain and update expert databases.
• File documents with state and federal courts, ensuring strict compliance with local rules and deadlines.
• Conduct legal research on case law, statutes, and procedural issues.
• Proactively manage case files, monitor deadlines, and take initiative to move cases forward.
• Prepare draft pleadings, discovery documents, and correspondence for attorney review.
• Accurately track and enter billable time daily, meeting a minimum billing requirement.
• Perform non-billable functions such as training, mentoring, and committee participation as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Path to Permanent Hire: This contract is designed to evaluate for a full-time, permanent position.
• Professional Environment: Work within a respected firm with a structured, supportive team.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to handle substantive work on challenging cases and develop your expertise.
• Prime Location: Office located in West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees