- Responds to routine as well as complex requests for public records under F.S. Chapter 119.
- Collaborates with various departments in responding to requests that are complicated, sensitive and/or high profile that may involve a high level of media interest and scrutiny.
- Researches and collects relevant documentation.
- Tracks and updates status of requests; manages and coordinates responses.
- Obtains responsive materials for public records requests under F.S. Chapter 119.
- Reviews for and applies applicable state and/or federal redactions, responds in timely manner, and approves requests submitted through the university's ServiceNow workflow for pulling of public records by ISO employees.
- Organizes and maintains electronic litigation case files.
- Calendars litigation deadlines and reminders.
- Schedules witness interviews, meetings, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions.
- Arranges for court reporter, conference rooms, parking and any other necessary logistics of litigation or investigation-related events.
- Attends scheduled events to assist Associate General Counsels with document management and coordination of witnesses.
- Gathers, organizes, and produces documents responsive to discovery requests and/or subpoenas in both federal and state court.
- Makes redactions according to the appropriate rules of civil procedure.
- Drafts discovery requests, responses, and objections for attorney review.
- Provides and conducts routine training for university on the Public Records Act, individual records requests, and the university's policies and procedures.
- Advises departments on specific state and federal exemptions and best practices.
- Works as a liaison with the university's Records Management Liaison Officer.
- Performs legal research including federal and state statutes and case law.
- Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, legislative history, and other legal sources; provides written analysis and recommendations to attorneys assigned.
- Drafts, prepares, and processes legal correspondence for attorney review.
- Previous paralegal experience.
- Experience in Education or Government Entity preferred.
- Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
- Retirement savings options
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
- Education assistance
- Flexible work environment
- And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
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Paralegal II - Orlando, United States - University of Central Florida
Description
The Opportunity :
The Paralegal II is responsible for performing a variety of administrative duties and professional support services necessary to organize, manage, and consolidate documents and information for an effective case process within the Office of the General Counsel at a forward-thinking, dynamic, large University. The primary scope of work includes fulfilling public records requests, responding to subpoenas, and providing day-to-day litigation support to attorneys.
Responsibilities:
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat
Preferred Qualifications :
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
The position will be located on the main campus at the University of Central Florida.
Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?
As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.
Working at UCF has its perks UCF offers:
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department General Counsel Work Schedule Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; Hybrid per UCF policy Type of Appointment Regular Expected Salary $64,518.00 to Negotiable Job Posting End Date AM
