Paralegal #4351

Florida Bar Foundation the; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Bar in Tallahassee seeks a Paralegal #4351 to support Bar counsel. This is an in-office role with a starting salary above $54k and a strong benefits package including pension contributions and PSLF eligibility.

Responsibilities include pleading preparation, legal research, investigations, trial prep, and public record reviews, plus assisting with monthly memos and special projects. Legal writing and client-facing duties require professionalism.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Legal research

Pleading drafting

Written communication

People skills

MS Word

Education

Paralegal/legal studies course

Juris Doctorate substitute

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

MS Word

Job description

The Florida Bar

Paralegal #4351

Lawyer Regulation | Tallahassee

Minimum starting salary $54,519.76 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).

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.

Additional information:

Trial/litigation experience and bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

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 and internet research
• Drafting and preparation of pleadings
• Written legal communication
• Dealing with people
• 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
• Preform other related duties as assigned

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 Tallahassee, Florida and is not a remote position.