Paralegal

Australia-Employment; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys on sophisticated business disputes in state and federal court. The role focuses on calendaring, filings, document review and coordinating hearings and discovery.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of Florida paralegal experience, solid court procedure knowledge, and excellent communication and organizational skills. Competitive compensation + comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of legal assistant or paralegal experience in Florida.
• Familiarity with Florida state and federal court procedures.
• Experience with court e-filing systems.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and litigation processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars and litigation deadlines.
• Calendar state and federal court deadlines.
• Prepare basic notices, filings and correspondence.
• Proofread motions, pleadings, discovery, correspondence and other legal documents.
• Prepare and submit state and federal court e-filings.
• Coordinate hearings, depositions, mediations and meetings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel and outside vendors.
• Coordinate with court reporters, process servers and e-discovery providers.
• Conduct basic legal and internet research.
• Pull and organize case law using Westlaw.
• Maintain accurate physical and electronic case files.
• Assist attorneys with case preparation and administrative needs.
• Handle confidential and sensitive client information with discretion.
• Manage multiple priorities while meeting critical deadlines.

Skills

Legal research

Case management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Paralegal

$55000 - $85000 per year | West Palm Beach, FL | On-site | Permanent

Paralegal + Complex Litigation + Federal & State Court Cases + $$$ + Benefits

A bit about us:

We are a well-established South Florida business litigation boutique representing public and private companies, private equity groups, closely held businesses and high-net-worth individuals in complex, high-stakes disputes.

Our attorneys handle sophisticated matters involving business and corporate disputes, M&A litigation, business torts, executive compensation, restrictive covenants, class actions and other complex commercial matters.

The firm combines the sophisticated work and caliber of larger firms with the responsiveness, collaboration and personal attention of a boutique environment.

Why join us?

• Sophisticated litigation: Work alongside attorneys handling complex business and commercial disputes.
• Meaningful attorney support: Play an important role in keeping high-stakes matters organized and moving forward.
• Boutique environment: Enjoy the resources and caliber of sophisticated litigation work without the feel of a massive law firm.
• Collaborative team: Work closely with attorneys and other legal professionals in a team-oriented environment.
• Competitive compensation: Above-market compensation based on experience, plus a strong benefits package.
• Strong benefits: Employer-paid PPO medical and life insurance, 401(k) match, PTO, paid holidays, dental and vision coverage, and annual bonus eligibility.

Job Details

A well-established South Florida business litigation boutique is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling sophisticated and high-stakes business litigation matters.

The ideal candidate has experience supporting attorneys in state and federal court litigation and is comfortable managing deadlines, coordinating case activity and handling the day-to-day needs of a busy litigation practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars and litigation deadlines
• Calendar state and federal court deadlines
• Prepare basic notices, filings and correspondence
• Proofread motions, pleadings, discovery, correspondence and other legal documents
• Prepare and submit state and federal court e-filings
• Coordinate hearings, depositions, mediations and meetings
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel and outside vendors
• Coordinate with court reporters, process servers and e-discovery providers
• Conduct basic legal and internet research
• Pull and organize case law using Westlaw
• Maintain accurate physical and electronic case files
• Assist attorneys with case preparation and administrative needs
• Handle confidential and sensitive client information with discretion
• Manage multiple priorities while meeting critical deadlines

Qualifications

• 2+ years of legal assistant and/or paralegal experience in Florida
• Litigation experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Florida state and federal court procedures
• Experience with court e-filing systems
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology and litigation processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and work independently
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive, above-market compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, paid holidays and potential annual bonus eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Background Check Policy

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.