Paralegal

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood and Boyer, P.A. • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. has an amazing opportunity for a full-time Paralegal to join a rock star litigation team in the Orlando office. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to work under the leadership of a Partner with a successful trial record who is recognized as a top legal mind in his field. He is a sought-after speaker and lecturer and has been recognized for his continuous service to the community. This individual will get hands-on experience working with modern technology and interacting directly with well-established clients.

Requirements

• 4+ years of prior paralegal experience assisting attorneys handling insurance defense litigation matters (medical malpractice and/or nursing home defense experience required)
• Florida Registered Paralegal designation a plus
• Discovery and trial experience preferred
• Florida State and Federal Court filing including E-Filing experience required
• Advanced computer skills including MS Word, Power Point, Outlook and Excel required
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint required. Experience assembling PowerPoint presentations for mediation and trial a plus
• Ability to work well with a team
• Requires critical thinking skills, superior communication and organizational skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• High School Diploma or its equivalent

Responsibilities

• Organizes and analyzes documentary evidence including contracts, records, medical records, reports, depositions, discovery, investigative and other documents and summaries.
• Under attorney direction drafts and prepares correspondence and other written documents as required including responses, reports, filings, pleadings, answers, motions, interrogatories, contracts, opinions, position papers, letters, etc.
• Prepares and handles tracking and disposition of subpoenas or other requests for information.
• Ensures organization of files including maintenance and management. Communicates with clients, witnesses, experts.
• Monitors files and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement. Performs timely handling of highly sensitive issues and materials related to case.
• Maintains calendar for trial and discovery deadlines. Obtains trial settings, coordinates and assist in preparation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental & vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term disability insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan match
• Paid vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees