Litigation Paralegal

Barnes Trial Group; Florida; Presencial; USD 28 000 - 39 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Bonus program

100% premium for medical insurance

401K Retirement Plan

PTO

Life Insurance paid by employer

Long Term Disability paid by employer

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program paid by em

Earned Wage Access

Resumo da oferta

Barnes Trial Group in Tampa, FL seeks a Litigation Paralegal with 3+ years of litigation experience to support our attorneys through all phases of casework. You will file complaints, draft pleadings, manage discovery, coordinate depositions, and assist at trial under supervision, while staying organized and meeting deadlines.

You must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, 401K, paid time off, and

Qualificações

• 3+ years paralegal experience in litigation.
• 3+ years Personal Injury/ Plaintiff Civil Litigation preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with FileVine.
• English language required.

Responsabilidades

• Draft pleadings and discovery documents with guidance.
• Organize and manage case files for accuracy.
• Schedule depositions, hearings, and other events.
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel and court staff.
• Prepare for trial with exhibits and demonstratives.

Conhecimentos

Litigation experience

Independent worker

Multi-tasking

Organized

English communication

Formação académica

High school or equivalent

Ferramentas

FileVine

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

Barnes Trial Group is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with 3+ years litigation experience to join our team. Duties starting from complaint filing through trial under the guidance and supervision of an attorney. Applicant must be able to work independently, be able to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and stay organized. This position does entail all aspects of case managing.

This position includes but is not limited to:

• Verbal and written communication with clients, opposing counsel, judicial assistants, judges
• Meeting strict court deadlines
• Requesting and reviewing medical records and bills.
• Scheduling depositions, hearings, and other case related events.
• Drafting and answering initial, expert, and subsequent discovery and responses
• Drafting complaints, pleadings, motions and correspondence
• Frequent communication with opposing counsel and court administration
• Organizing and reviewing files for accuracy
• Trial preparation including exhibit binders, trial box materials, and demonstrative aids
• Hearing and deposition preparation
• Working in a busy, fast-paced environment

Preference given to candidates who possess experience in Plaintiff Civil Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation, Legal education, and experience with FileVine case management software.

This is an onsite, in office position. Our office hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, but start time is flexible depending on what works best for you personally. Start time can be as early as 7:00 AM and as late as 8:30 AM. Some after-hours and weekend work may be required during trial weeks. *Flexible schedule allows for working four days a week (Monday - Thursday) and to have Fridays off.

Competitive benefits offered, including:

• Bonus program
• 100% premium for medical insurance paid by the employer with buy up options.
• 401K Retirement Plan
• PTO
• Life Insurance paid by employer
• Long Term Disability paid by employer
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program paid by employer
• Earned Wage Access

Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)

Pay: Hourly based on experience

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)
• Paralegal: 3 years+ (Required)
• Personal Injury Litigation: 3 years+ (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• In office, Tampa, FL