Litigation Paralegal

McDonald Toole Richman & Correnti, P.A.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McDonald Toole Richman & Correnti, P.A. is seeking a motivated litigation paralegal in Orlando with 4 to 6 years of civil litigation experience.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, deadline-focused, and capable of supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include obtaining records, reviewing medical materials, drafting discovery responses, preparing trial exhibits, scheduling depositions, and maintaining production logs.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of civil litigation paralegal experience.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work in a team and travel as needed.
• Familiarity with e-filing/e-service a plus.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical and other investigative records via authorizations and/or subpoenas.
• Review medical records and prepare detailed summaries.
• Calculate and track deadlines based on rules, judicial preferences, and client guidelines.
• Assist with preparing cases for trial including witness and exhibit lists.
• Draft responses to basic discovery, pleadings and motions.
• Maintain production logs and clear, concise records of documents produced by all parties.
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, hearings, inspections, and other case-related conferences.
• Interact with clients courteously and professionally with an emphasis on good client service.
• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Centerbase

NetDocs

MS Office Suite

Job description

McDonald Toole Richman & Correnti, P.A. is a mid-sized law firm with a national presence seeking a motivated, hardworking and knowledgeable litigation paralegal. Ideal candidate has 4 to 6 years of experience in civil litigation. Candidate must have an exceptional work ethic, be available to travel, and the ability to work well in a team environment. This position requires someone with a great attitude and exceptional attention to detail.

Duties include performing paralegal billable activities for multiple attorneys such as:

• Obtain medical and other investigative records via authorizations and/or subpoenas
• Review medical records and prepare detailed summaries
• Calculate and track deadlines based on rules, judicial preferences, and/or client guidelines
• Assist with preparing cases for trial including preparing witness and exhibit lists
• Draft responses to basic discovery, pleadings and motions
• Maintain production logs and clear, concise records of documents produced by all parties
• Schedule and coordinate depositions, hearings, inspections, and other case-related conferences
• Interact with clients courteously and professionally with an emphasis on good client service
• Work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Candidates should have excellent communication and writing skills; understand local, state and federal rules; be able to review, understand, and follow client guidelines; have experience with both e‑filing (in local and federal courts) and e‑service; and be a self‑starter. Must also possess advanced software skills, particularly with the MS Office Suite. Centerbase and NetDocs experience preferred.

Competitive salary and benefits.

McDonald Toole Richman & Correnti, P.A. (“MTRC”) is committed to a workplace diverse in its members and responsive to its clients. All of the firm’s partners recognize that collaboration enhances innovative ideas and solutions. As a result, paralegals at MTRC are afforded mentoring and experience not typically found at larger firms.

Areas of Practice:

Product Liability

Automotive Products and Components

Consumer Products

Medical Devices

Industrial Equipment and Materials Handling