- Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research, and initial case assessments
- Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and file them with the court
- Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics
- Assist with preparation of federal and state administrative filings
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
- Trial and arbitration preparation; preparation and management of trial exhibits and other trial related assistance.
- Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
- Gather relevant information from a variety of sources, including but not limited to, Lexis and Westlaw research
- Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
- Help with voir-dire, jury selection and witness preparation
- Assist with case settlements
- Address client case status inquiries, including steps in process remaining, processing times, and appointment issues
- Ensure compliance to all company Policies, Procedures, and expectations
- Proven 4+ years working experience in Personal Injury law as a Litigation Paralegal
- Experience working with federal/state court litigation cases from onset to trial phase.
- Familiarity with the rules of federal and state procedures
- Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.
- Knowledge of MS Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, transcription software, Dictaphone,
- Knowledge of federal filing systems
- Proficiency in English, Bilingual a Plus
- Working knowledge of case management software
- Strong sense of confidentiality and ability to exercise sound judgment
- Ability to work under pressure/deadlines and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously; self-motivated
- Outstanding time-management and typing skills
- Ability to work autonomously while highly focused and detailed-oriented with exceptional analytical skills
- Professional presentation in attire, demeanor, appearance, and compliance to company dress code
- Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification preferred
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid Time off
- 401K
- Employer Paid Short Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
- 8-hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Onsite Professional Office Setting
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Litigation Paralegal - Fort Myers, United States - Farah & Farah
Description
Overview
Farah & Farah is committed to being the premier personal injury law firm in Southeast GA and throughout Florida by guiding our valued clients through the complex legal system to deliver justice for those who need it most. Our Mission - Relentless dedication to justice for our clients, delivered with uncompromising support, professionalism, and compassion.
Our Paralegal is an integral part of any litigation team. They work closely with attorneys, filing documents in court and organizing briefs for trial preparation as well as preparing exhibits such as depositions from reports compiled by reporting services or other stakeholders involved during the discovery period through post-trial proceedings, including appeals if necessary.
Responsibilities
We are looking for a self-motivated and skilled Paralegal to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. The successful candidate will be able to help during all phases of the litigation process including conducting interviews, legal research, document filing and attending trials (if applicable).
Qualifications
Benefits:
Schedule:
Equal Opportunity Statement
Farah & Farah provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
E-Verify
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the . If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.
