Experienced Litigation Paralegal - Personal Injury & Trial

Gerson & Schwartz Accident & Injury Lawyers; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gerson & Schwartz Accident & Injury Lawyers in South Florida seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling active state and federal cases. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a fast-paced workload.

Responsibilities include assisting in all phases of litigation, drafting documents, coordinating depositions, reviewing medical records, and maintaining case files.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of litigation experience in a Plaintiff's personal injury setting.
• Maritime experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
• Proficiency with legal case management software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case management from intake through trial or settlement.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including complaints, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices, and motions.
• Coordinate depositions, mediation, scheduling hearings in state and federal courts, and trials, including calendaring deadlines and court appearances.
• Organize, review, and summarize medical records, bills, and other evidence.
• Maintain case files and update case management software.
• Assist in trial preparation and the assembly of trial binders and exhibits.
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, and expert witnesses.

Skills

Litigation experience

Spanish bilingual

Strong written communication

Strong verbal communication

Independent and team-oriented

Maritime experience

Florida and Federal Rules familiarity

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Gerson & Schwartz Accident & Injury Lawyers in South Florida seeks an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling active state and federal cases. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a fast-paced workload.

Responsibilities include assisting in all phases of litigation, drafting documents, coordinating depositions, reviewing medical records, and maintaining case files.