Paralegal – Litigation & Research (Tallahassee)

NACBA; Tallahassee, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Florida Bar in Tallahassee is seeking a Paralegal #4351 to provide support to Bar counsel. The role is an in-office, non-remote position with a starting salary of $54,519.76 and a benefits package including a pension contribution. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are preferred, and PSLF eligibility is noted.

Required education is a paralegal/legal studies program (Jur is accepted). Four years of paralegal experience or recognized credentials are required, with duties spanning

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study (proof required at interview). Juris Doctorate will substitute for this education.
• Four (4) years of paralegal/legal assistant experience or certified as a Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant or Juris Doctorate.
• Trial/litigation experience and bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

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

MS Word

Client interaction

Education

Paralegal certificate

Juris Doctorate

Job description

The Florida Bar in Tallahassee is seeking a Paralegal #4351 to provide support to Bar counsel. The role is an in-office, non-remote position with a starting salary of $54,519.76 and a benefits package including a pension contribution. Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates are preferred, and PSLF eligibility is noted.

Required education is a paralegal/legal studies program (Jur is accepted). Four years of paralegal experience or recognized credentials are required, with duties spanning