Litigation Paralegal

Baggett Law Firm; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High bonus potential

Job summary

Baggett Law Firm in Jacksonville, FL seeks an experienced paralegal to support two attorneys through discovery, mediation, and trial preparation on plaintiffs' personal injury matters. Within 90 days, you’ll independently manage active litigation files, coordinate discovery deadlines, and prepare attorneys for hearings and mediations.

We value collaboration and teamwork while offering flexibility for seasoned professionals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a paralegal.
• Experience drafting legal documents and pleadings.
• Knowledge of personal injury litigation procedures and regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail in handling case documents.
• Proficiency with case management software, legal research tools, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of personal injury litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial activities.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence to support case strategies (medical records, reports, witness statements).
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• File and manage documents in court and meet procedural deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, medical professionals, and expert witnesses for information and documentation.
• Summarize medical records, accident reports, and other case materials.
• Assist in preparing discovery responses and manage discovery process.
• Prepare case files and exhibits for depositions, hearings, trials.
• Maintain and update case management systems with details and deadlines.
• Communicate with clients about case status and schedule appointments.
• Support attorneys in trial prep, organize exhibits and trial notebooks.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Drafting documents

Litigation procedures

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent & team work

Confidentiality & judgment

Time management & typing

Tools

Case management software

Legal research tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

You'll support two attorneys through discovery, mediation, and trial preparation on plaintiffs' personal injury matters. Within 90 days, you'll independently manage active litigation files, coordinate discovery deadlines, and prepare attorneys for hearings and mediations. We value collaboration and teamwork while also providing flexibility for experienced professionals.

Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 DOE with high bonus potential

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a paralegal.
• Experience drafting legal documents and pleadings.
• Knowledge of personal injury litigation procedures and familiarity with relevant laws and regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling case-related documents and information.
• Proficiency in using case management software, legal research tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong sense of confidentiality and ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work under pressure/deadlines and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously; self-motivated.
• Outstanding time-management and typing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of personal injury litigation, including pre-trial preparation, trial, and post-trial activities.
• Conduct legal research and gather evidence to support case strategies, including medical records, accident reports, and witness statements.
• Draft and prepare legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• File and manage legal documents in court and ensure compliance with all procedural deadlines and requirements.
• Coordinate with clients, medical professionals, and expert witnesses to obtain necessary information and documentation.
• Review and summarize medical records, accident reports, and other case-related documents.
• Assist in the preparation of discovery responses and manage the discovery process, including organizing and reviewing evidence.
• Prepare case files and exhibits for depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Maintain and update case management systems with case details, deadlines, and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients to provide updates on case status, schedule appointments, and address any questions or concerns.
• Support attorneys in trial preparation, including organizing trial exhibits and preparing trial notebooks.