Paralegal

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is looking for an experienced paralegal to join their Miami, FL office. The successful candidate will help prepare civil cases throughout discovery and assist at trial, requiring at least 3 years of paralegal experience, particularly in medical malpractice and civil litigation. Strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are a must. This role is fully in-office, emphasizing teamwork and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 3+ years paralegal experience in a law firm.
• Medical Malpractice experience required.
• Civil litigation experience required.
• Familiarity with web-based legal research services.
• Experience working with paperless files.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case throughout discovery and trial.
• Manage discovery and records, including subpoenas.
• Summarize medical and employment records, and create chronologies.
• Review and synthesize records and data in tort cases.
• Motion writing experience, such as oppositions to discovery motions.
• Maintain accurate recording of billable time.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Organizational skills

Ability to work under time constraints

Education

Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

iManage

Job description

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing, national specialty litigation firm seeking an experienced paralegal to join our Miami, FL office. We are eagerly seeking candidates who foster a teamwork mentality, have excellent communication skills, are problem-solvers, and are willing to take ownership of their job. Flexibility and excellent organization skills are key in our fast-paced environment. This is a 100% in office position and remote work is not available.

The following characteristics describe people who succeed in our Firm

• Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented
• Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes
• Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case throughout discovery and prepare for, attend, and assist at trial
• Discovery and records management, including preparation of subpoenas and tracking responses
• Ability to summarize medical and employment records, create medical chronologies, summarize discovery responses, prepare meet and confer correspondence
• Review, manage, summarize, and synthesize records and data of all kinds in various types of cases, with an emphasis on tort cases, including medical records and deposition transcripts
• Motion writing experience, such as oppositions to motions including discovery motions, motions to continue trial
• Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel and able to learn other programs including document and case management systems
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision and exceptional attention to detail
• Maintaining accurate and promptly recording billable time

Education, Experience, and Skills

• 3+ years paralegal experience in a law firm
• Medical Malpractice experience required
• Civil litigation experience required
• Familiarity with performing research tasks using web-based legal research services
• Experience working with paperless files. iManage experience a plus
• Must successfully pass a background/drug screen
• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate from ABA‑approved program required.

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.