Litigation Paralegal
Carterwill Search - coral gables, FL
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Litigation Paralegal - Transportation Tort DefenseDirect Hire - Hybrid ScheduleMiami, FL$75,000 to $87,000Position Summary:TempExperts is working with a well-known Law Firm in Miami, FL seeking a Litigation Paralegal with experience in Transportation Tort Defense. This is a hybrid position with 2 days in office required.The ideal candidate will have experience in Tort defense, focusing on personal injury and property damage resulting from transportation violations. This person who will perform a variety of duties including researching law, investigating facts, and preparing documents for attorneys according to established policies and procedures, and will be comfortable assisting multiple attorneys.Duties and Responsibilities:Continual review and management of case files from inception through mediationarbitrationtrial.Working knowledge and experience of e-Filing in both State and Federal Court systems.Prepare initial discovery, i.e., interrogatories, request for production, request for admissions.Prepare draft responses to discovery.Monitor deadlines for responses and timeliness.Prepare deposition summariesabstracts.Prepare legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, factual chronologies, medical chronologies, agreements, depositions andor trial binders for use by attorneys.Experience in recordingcapturing billable time in compliance with client vestigate facts as requested by attorney.Ensure proper indexing and filing of original legal documents.Attend trial as necessary.Qualifications:A bachelor's degree is preferred.A minimum of 5 years of insurance defense experience and product liability litigation is required.Experience with trial preparation, summation, and PowerPoint.Knowledge of complex litigation (i.e., medical malpractice, construction, products liability, etc.).Working knowledge and experience of e-Filing in both State and Federal Court systems.Skills Requirements:Must have working knowledge of internet software, Excel spreadsheet software, Microsoft Word software, and E-Filing experience in both State and Federal Court systems.Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs. Able to read and interpret written information.Listens, gets clarification, and responds well to questions.Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully.Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.Synthesizes complex or diverse information. Collects and researches data.Demonstrates attention to detail.Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Asks for help when mits to additional hours of work when necessary to reach goals.Balances team and individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit.Maintains petitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered!TempExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Created: 2024-09-30