Litigation Paralegal – Limited Term Employment

Responsibilities

• Assists attorneys in answering interrogatories and preparing motions, complaints, briefs and other legal documents
• Performs all types of legal support work assigned and research as permitted by the rules of the State Bar
• Obtains, reviews and summarizes medical records at the direction of trial attorneys and has them reviewed by experts as necessary
• Arranges for medical examinations
• Assists attorneys in preparing motions and researches legal points in connection therewith
• Assists attorneys in interviewing witnesses preparatory to and during trials as necessary
• Assists attorneys in preparing documents and evidence for trial
• Performs other functions as assigned

Requirements

• At least three years of Florida Civil Litigation experience
• Drafting discovery responses and expert retention experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Two‑year Associate degree OR three years experience working as a Paralegal
• Paralegal certificate or a degree in paralegal studies or completion of at least one year of law school
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree
• Paralegal certificate from American Bar Association (ABA) approved program
• One year experience working in a civil litigation law firm

Certifications & Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate
• Paralegal certificate from ABA approved program