Paralegal

The Florida Bar; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal organization is seeking a skilled Paralegal to provide essential support in their lawyer regulation office. The role entails preparing pleadings, conducting legal research, and assisting in trial preparations. Minimum qualification includes completion of a paralegal course or equivalent experience. This position offers a salary of $55,049.08 annually, along with comprehensive benefits, including pension contributions and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Benefits

Employer paid pension contribution

Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of paralegal/legal assistant experience.
• Certification as Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant.
• Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study is required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing pleadings and conducting legal research.
• Assisting in trial preparation and investigations.
• Preparing and submitting public record reviews.

Skills

Conducting legal research

Drafting and preparation of pleadings

Written legal communication

Critical thinking

Education

Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

MS Word

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Paralegal - #2181

Lawyer Regulation | Tampa, FL branch office

Minimum starting salary $55,049.08 with an excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Must submit (attach) a legal writing sample to the application.

Summary function: Provides support to bar counsel.

Required minimum education: Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study (proof required at interview). Juris Doctorate will substitute for this education.

Required minimum professional work experience: Four (4) years of paralegal/legal assistant experience or certified as a Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant or Juris Doctorate.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Pleading preparation.

Conducting legal research.

Assisting in investigations and file reviews.

Assisting in trial preparation.

Assisting in preparation and submission of public record reviews.

Assisting in special projects and preparation and submission of monthly memos.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

• Bar Disciplinary Procedures
• Rules of Civil Procedure
• Adobe Acrobat
  
  

Skills

• Conducting legal research
• Drafting and preparation of pleadings
• Written legal communication
• Critical thinking
• MS Word
  
  

Abilities

• Think logically and solve problems effectively
• Carry out directions
• Organize and prioritize work
• Think and work independently and responsibly
• Tactfully manage difficult situations
• Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing
• Interpret TFB policies and procedures
• Learn The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
• Create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe
• Sit for long periods of time, hear and converse over the telephone, and key/work frequently on a computer
• Lift 5 to 10 lbs.
  
  

Please notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.

EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Non-Exempt position.

This position is in an in-office position, located in Tampa, Florida and is not a remote position.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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