Paralegal

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC seeks an experienced paralegal in Tallahassee, FL to support civil defense matters. You will work closely with attorneys on auto negligence, trucking litigation, premises liability and school board defense litigation, handling discovery, medical records, and trial preparation.

You will organize case files, draft pleadings, summarize documents, coordinate with witnesses and experts, and prepare trial materials.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a law firm environment, preferably in civil defense.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree, with paralegal certification or equivalent experience.
• Ability to produce accurate, high-quality work in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and organize case files, including obtaining, reviewing, summarizing, and maintaining key documents.
• Support discovery efforts by drafting discovery requests and pleadings, organizing production, and indexing records.
• Review, analyze, and summarize medical records; prepare medical chronologies and summaries.
• Assist with deposition and discovery investigation, including summaries and coordinating with witnesses, experts, and investigators.
• Coordinate with attorneys on case deadlines, depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Prepare materials for litigation, including trial notebooks, exhibits, and disclosures.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for mediations and attend mediations and trial.
• Travel as needed to attend depositions and visit locations.
• Utilize and maintain case management and litigation support tools; track billable time.
• Collaborate with attorneys and team members to support case strategy and trial preparation.
• Provide support across the team, including training new hires and coverage as needed.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal software (document management/timekeeping)

Job description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. A Florida law is looking for an experienced Paralegal to join their team in Tallahasse, FL ! In this role, you'll work closely with our attorneys on a variety of civil defense matters, including auto negligence, trucking litigation, premises liability, and school board defense litigation. You'll be involved in all phases of litigation, from case development through trial, and play a key role in keeping cases moving forward.

What you’ll do

• Manage and organize case files, including obtaining, reviewing, summarizing, and maintaining key documents
• Support discovery efforts by drafting discovery requests and pleadings (interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission), organizing document production, and indexing records
• Review, analyze, and summarize medical records; prepare detailed medical chronologies and narrative summaries
• Assist with deposition and discovery investigation, including preparing deposition summaries, exhibit indexes, and coordinating with witnesses, experts, and investigators
• Coordinate and communicate with attorneys regarding case deadlines, including depositions, mediations, and hearings
• Prepare materials for litigation, including trial notebooks, exhibits, witness and exhibit disclosures, and demonstrative aids (e.g., trial boards, presentations)
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for mediations and attend mediations and trial alongside attorneys
• Travel as needed to attend depositions, meet with witnesses, and visit accident scenes or evidence locations
• Utilize and maintain case management and litigation support tools (e.g., Summation databases)
• Track billable time in accordance with client guidelines and firm procedures
• Collaborate with attorneys and team members to support case strategy and trial preparation
• Provide support across the team, including training new hires and assisting with coverage as needed

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in a law firm environment, preferably in civil defense
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree, with paralegal certification or equivalent experience
• Ability to produce accurate, high-quality work in a timely manner.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to details.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general office technology.
• Experience with legal software (e.g., document management and timekeeping systems) preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours, including evenings and occasional weekends, as required.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

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.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. 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)