Litigation Paralegal

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for its Orlando office. The role supports attorneys through all stages of litigation and requires attention to detail.

You'll manage document organization, discovery, deposition prep, and trial support, including preparing filings and calendars. Proficiency in MS Office and at least 5 years of litigation experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience.
• Paralegal certificate is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple matters concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation from onset through post-trial.
• Oversee organization of documents and case materials for efficient work areas.
• Manage discovery, depositions, and written discoveries.
• Prepare for trials, create trial notebooks, coordinate witness schedules.
• Maintain timely timekeeping records daily.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and court filings; ensure service.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking under deadlines

Legal terminology knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Creative problem solving

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.

Paralegal | Litigation | Orlando A Florida law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for their Orlando office.

Essential Functions

• Assist attorneys in all stages of litigation cases from onset through post-trial.
• Oversee organization, maintenance, and appropriate utilization of documents and other case-related materials, including maintenance of client-presentable and efficient work areas and case rooms.
• Assists and manages the discovery process, prepares for depositions, propounds and responds to written discoveries, and prepares for expert discovery.
• Oversees and conducts document reviews and document productions; prepares documentation regarding criteria changes; tracks and reports on review progress and results.
• Perform analytical tasks, prepare witness interview memoranda, review and summarize documents, depositions, and court transcripts, and create and use substantive coding tools.
• Assists with basic legal research, including locating cases, statutes, and regulatory materials; conducts fact research on the internet and private search engines, such as Westlaw.
• Assists with law and motion practice, assembles motion papers and exhibits, coordinates filings of pleadings and briefs, and ensures proper service.
• Draft common pleadings, motions, notices, and other court filings.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state rules of procedure and evidence for document format, content, filing, etc.
• Perform and oversees both simple and complex authority and fact cite-checking; confirms case quotes, proofreads briefs, and other legal documents.
• Assists and manages trial preparations, creates trial notebooks, identifies and organizes exhibits, coordinates witness schedules, maintains trial calendars, and communicates effectively with opposing counsel and courtroom staff.
• Assists in preparation of post-trial filings, including briefings, motions for costs and sanctions, etc, and organizes the case for appeal if necessary.
• Maintains timely and accurate timekeeping records daily.
• Assists with other department activities as needed, and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Must demonstrate attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Capability to handle various tasks without error, set priorities, and accommodate rush requests.
• Knowledge of legal terms and matters to ensure that submitted forms include all necessary related parties.
• Strong analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
• Superior communication and customer service skills, demonstrating courtesy and diplomacy.
• Ability to think creatively about new solutions and implement best practices.

Generally, core working hours are from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, with the flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Physical attendance and punctuality at the workplace are required.

Education and Experience: Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience is required. Paralegal certificate is a plus.

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility.
• Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you.Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)