Orlando: Paralegal

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A competitive salary package

Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life

Job summary

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP is seeking experienced paralegals in Orlando, Florida, with a minimum of 5 years in litigation, particularly in general liability and construction defect cases. Candidates will assist attorneys in managing cases and preparing for trials. The ideal applicant should be organized and able to meet deadlines while working 40 hours per week. Benefits include a competitive salary package with potential bonuses and a comprehensive insurance plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience in general liability and construction defect cases.
• Experience in trial preparation and assistance during trials.
• Familiar with trust guidelines and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with case management and pre-trial preparation.
• Summarize medical records and organize document productions.
• Prepare timelines and materials for expert witness review.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

High level of computer competency

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to multi-task independently

Professional and pleasant demeanor

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

iManage

e-Copy

Job description

Our civil litigation practice group in Orlando seeks experienced paralegals with a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience in general liability and construction defect cases, including trial experience. Qualified candidates will assist attorneys with all aspects of case management, including pre‑trial preparation, summarizing medical records, depositions, employment records, and discovery work. Candidates must be extremely organized, self‑motivated, and live in the greater Orlando area.

Requirements:

• Familiar with trust guidelines and compliance
• Experience with bank reconciliations
• Professional and pleasant demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to process and follow up on Subpoenas for the receipt of medical, employment, worker’s compensation, disability, taxes, educational, union records, etc.
• Ability to communicate with experts, specifically prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
• Ability to respond timely and effectively in a team atmosphere
• Ability to multi‑task independently, be proactive and successfully manage a variety of demands
• High level of computer competency, in the complete Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage, e‑Copy, PDF conversion
• Trial preparation, including but not limited to the preparation of exhibits, witness materials and pre‑trial documents
• Ability to prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, and trial preparation
• Assemble chronologies of key documents
• Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co‑defendants
• Ability to redact claim files, medical records, police reports, emails, etc.
• Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
• Requires the ability to work 40 Hours a week M-F 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
• Reliable with excellent attendance

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account