Paralegal

Levin Papantonio; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k)/Profit Sharing

Health, Dental, Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Long Term Disability (LTD)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Group Term Life insurance (GTL)/Vol. T

Job summary

Levin Papantonio in Pensacola is seeking a full-time paralegal to support Attorneys throughout the litigation process. Local candidates or those planning to relocate to the Pensacola area are preferred.

The ideal candidate will perform many tasks from case initiation to completion, and will contribute to a collaborative legal team. The firm emphasizes a broad practice with experience in personal injury and related claims nationwide.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of paralegal/legal work experience.
• Oversee procedures and manage workflow among a litigation team.
• Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong research, writing and communication skills.
• Must have computer skills, Windows environment.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and codes.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery and other documents for trial.
• Attend trials acting as an assistant to the Attorney(s) during court proceedings.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices.
• Assist in depositions, witness preparation and research.
• Arrange/partake in client interviews while obtaining case-related information.
• Manage a department/team of support staff, act as a liaison between the team & the Attorney(s).
• Maintain and manage client files.
• Routine office duties.

Skills

Strong research

Strong writing

Strong communication

Highly organized

Deadline management

Windows/computer skills

Job description

Full-time

Description

Are you looking for a job?

We're looking for a Paralegal.

Local candidates or those planning to relocate to the Pensacola area are preferred.

Our ideal candidate will work with the Attorney(s) to perform many tasks during the litigation process.

Paralegals are a valuable part of the legal team, often working on all phases of the case from beginning to end.

Get to know us:

Since 1955, Levin Papantonio has earned a reputation as one of the most successful personal injury law firms in the nation. Our attorneys handle claims throughout the country involving prescription drugs; medical devices; defective products; car accidents; medical malpractice; workers compensation; consumer protection, and all other types of personal injury claims.

What We Can Offer You For All Your Hard Work:

• Paid Holidays
• Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)/Profit Sharing
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Group Term Life insurance (GTL)/Voluntary Term Life insurance (VTL)
• Annual Pay Increase (discretionary)
• Year End Bonus (discretionary)

Requirements

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm (possible overtime, as needed).

• 1-3 years of Paralegal/legal work experience with or without formal legal education/certification.
• Ability to oversee procedures and manage work flow among a litigation team/department.
• Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong research, writing and communication skills
• Must have computer skills, specifically in Windows environment

Job Duties:

• Research and analyze law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions and legal codes.
• Assist with drafting, reviewing and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery and many other documents needed in preparation for trial/court
• Attend trials acting as an assistant to the Attorney(s) during the court proceedings
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
• Assist in depositions, witness preparation and research
• Arrange/partake in client interviews while obtaining case-related information
• Manage a department/team of support staff, act as a liaison between the team & the Attorney(s)
• Maintain and manage client files
• Routine office duties

Levin Papantonio is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce.

Salary Description

Rate determined by legal work exp and/or education