Paralegal

Carlton Fields•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Carlton Fields is seeking a Paralegal for the Construction Practice group in its Tampa office. The role supports litigation work, including document management and production, drafting routine legal documents, discovery preparation, document review and analysis, coordination among multiple parties, billing, research, electronic filing, and trial and deposition preparation. Trial preparation and at least 10 years of paralegal experience with litigation experience are required. Trial attendance is preferred.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience as a paralegal with litigation experience.
Trial preparation experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Experience with an electronic document management system.
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks based on business needs.
Proactive and flexible approach, with excellent organizational and communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Experience with time entry and client billing.
Proficiency in Bluebook citation.
Experience with Westlaw research.
Proficiency in electronic filing in state and federal courts.

Nice To Haves

iManage experience.
Proficiency with document review databases and platforms such as Relativity and CaseMap.
Trial attendance experience.

Responsibilities

Update and maintain client document management databases, including managing document production processes.
Draft routine legal documents for attorney review and use, including compiling and preparing draft discovery responses.
Categorize and interpret data; review and analyze documents, responses, and records produced by opposing counsel.
Coordinate and handle requests between multiple parties involved.
Perform time entry and support client billing.
Prepare for trials and depositions.
Conduct Westlaw research.
Complete electronic filing in state and federal courts.