Litigation Paralegal

Boyd & Jenerette; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Medical, dental, vision, and ancillary

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO

Parental Leave

Firm-sponsored social events

Job summary

Boyd & Jenerette is a Jacksonville-based civil defense litigation firm seeking a paralegal to support our litigation team. The role involves drafting documents, managing discovery, reviewing medical records, trial prep, and assisting with hearings in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in a similar role (insurance defense preferred), excellent communication, strong organization, and MS Office proficiency. We offer hybrid work options and a collaborative professional culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role (insurance defense preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with lawsuit summaries, litigation files, and legal record maintenance.
• Regular and reliable attendance and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts.
• Manage discovery, including organizing, reviewing, and producing documents.
• Obtain, review, and summarize medical records, bills, and other key case materials.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation and attend hearings or trials as needed.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and calendars.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Track and record billable hours in accordance with firm guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

MS Office proficiency

Team collaboration

Billing expectations

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Boyd & Jenerette:

Boyd & Jenerette is an experienced, forward thinking and diverse civil litigation law firm that represents major insurance companies, as well as individuals, public and private business organizations. The firm’s primary focus is on all aspects of insurance defense litigation.

Our mission is to defend with diligence, advocate with integrity, and achieve the best possible result for our clients.

Position Summary:

Boyd & Jenerette is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to support our team. We offer a professional and collaborative environment where efficiency, organization, and client service are key. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a solid work ethic, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Location & Commitments:

• Practice Area / Department: Litigation
• Status: Full-Time / Non-Exempt
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week.
• Work Location: Hybrid / In-Office options available for this position.
  • Must be able to commute to Jacksonville, FL office.

Responsibilities:

• Draft legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts.
• Manage discovery, including organizing, reviewing, and producing documents.
• Obtain, review, and summarize medical records, bills, and other key case materials.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation and attend hearings or trials as needed.
• Conduct legal research and summarize findings.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and calendars.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Track and record billable hours in accordance with firm guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Competencies:

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role (insurance defense preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of court and administrative proceedings.
• Familiarity with lawsuit summaries, litigation files, and legal record maintenance.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.
• Must meet billing goal expectations.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and ancillary options) with firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• PTO.
• Parental Leave.
• Regular firm-sponsored social events.

For more information, please visit us at www.boydjen.com.