Litigation Paralegal

Radical Law Firm; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Radical Law Firm seeks a litigation paralegal to support a busy practice in Daytona Beach, FL. This in-office role handles discovery, trial prep, and research, while coordinating calendars and e-filing with state and federal courts.

The candidate will manage a high-volume caseload, draft summaries, and communicate professionally with judges, attorneys and clients. A Florida notary, paralegal certification or degree, and 2+ years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Florida Notary Commission required.
• Associate’s degree or paralegal certification or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ paralegal experience, preferably in personal injury or civil litigation.
• Understanding of legal language, research methods, pleadings and processes.
• Ability to work well in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills with compassion and empathy.
• Familiarity with administrative and clerical procedures.
• Ability to learn and adhere to firm policies and procedures.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google products.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume caseload (roughly 80 cases).
• Prepare discovery responses, medical summaries, mediation prep and trial materials.
• Prepare litigation review summaries as directed by attorney.
• Conduct legal research as directed by attorney.
• Schedule and maintain hearings, depositions, and trial dates.
• E-file on state and federal sites.
• Communicate professionally with Judges, Attorneys and clients.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Legal research

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Organization

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Florida Notary Commission

Associate's degree or Paralegal certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google products

Job description

Job Title: Litigation Paralegal
Job Location:In-office, Daytona Beach, FL
Employment Type:Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Should be able to effectively manage a high volume caseload (roughly 80 cases)
• Duties will include all aspects of litigation including but not limited to preparing discovery responses, medical summaries, mediation preparation and trial.
• Prepare litigation review summaries, as directed by attorney
• Investigates and conducts research, as directed by attorney
• Schedules and maintains a calendar of all hearings, depositions, trail dates, etc
• E-filing on state and federal sites
• Communicate in a professional manner with Judges, Attorneys and clients
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Florida Notary Commission
• Associate’s degree or certification in Paralegal studies, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Paralegal, preferably in personal injury or civil litigation
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service skills, including compassion and empathy
• Excellent understanding of administrative and clerical procedures and systems
• Ability to learn and adhere to the Policies and Procedures set forth by the Firm
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google products, required

Salary Range:

Competitive