Trial Paralegal

Hiring for a Senior Trial Paralegal with plaintiffs litigation, trial, and discovery experience in Miami. This firm specializes in multi-state complex plaintiffs' trial work against large international defendants.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Handle complete discovery process; research, analyze, and compile information and documents to assist in advising on litigation matters
• Manage case file calendars to ensure trial readiness and compliance with legal deadlines and court orders
• Conduct interviews and work closely with clients to draft and respond to discovery, as well as to prepare for testimony at depositions and trials
• Maintain excellent client communications, providing case status and ongoing assistance.
• Coordinate witness travel for testimony at depositions and trial
• Daily review of trial team operations to ensure trial readiness
• Work with attorneys in the identification, interviewing, and preparation of witnesses and collection of documents
• Conduct electronic searches and research legal matters
• Coordinate and manage extensive electronic discovery collections and productions.
• Provide general assistance to attorneys and prepare summaries of factual findings, legal research, and/or sequential and chronological events for attorneys.
• Work with attorneys to draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
• Communicate with court personnel, personnel at the state and federal levels, and other agencies regarding proceedings
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all aspects of the department's work and its context in the organization as a whole
• Continually stay up to date with changes in law and procedures, specifically relating to the litigation practice area
  
  

Qualifications

• Five years experience as a Paralegal
• Experienced in Trial prep, Trial Support, and case management.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate projects
• Ability to use good judgment, initiative, and command of resources to accomplish results
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff to provide information with courtesy and tact
• Bachelors Degree is required
  
  

This full-time, in-office position offers a competitive base salary, fully paid benefits, 401k + match, lucrative bonuses, room for growth, a complex and interesting caseload, and an excellent team to work with! Hiring as soon as possible!!