Job Overview:
Paralegal
DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE AS A PARALEGAL IN A LAW FIRM - ONLY resumes meeting the listed criteria will be considered
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION
We are seeking a full-time EXPERIENCED Paralegal for our law firm. Candidate must have at least 2 years of experience in a law firm, be bright, detail-oriented, able to prioritize and able to work under the stress of deadlines and high pressure situations. Paralegal must be adaptable to different areas of law and able to work alongside multiple paralegals and attorneys. Workers’ Compensation experience is a plus.
Qualifications
· Strong familiarity with common legal processes and procedures
· Must be able to prepare pleadings, conduct and assist with discovery, scheduling, provide support for the attorneys and any other related legal tasks
· Demonstration of strong critical thinking and writing skills
· Precision and accuracy completing tasks and projects and adhering to deadlines
· Ability to coordinate depositions, client conferences and calendar management
· Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and projects
· Ability to communicate effectively with clients, insurance adjusters, opposing counsel and other professionals
· Ability to navigate a legal client profile system, Microsoft Office and Outlook
· Have initiative to complete tasks
Experience
· 2 years of law firm experience
· Experience with legal software (Prevail and/or TABS a plus)
Education
· High school diploma, minimum
· College with legal emphasis
Hours and Benefits
· 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday
· Generous benefits package including Paid Time Off, Florida Blue Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Optional Vision, 401k (after 1 year of employment)
Pay
Pay starts at $21.00 plus per hour based on experience
Please send cover letter with resume.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Profit sharing
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)
- Microsoft Outlook Calendar: 1 year (Required)
- Law Firm Office: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Pensacola, FL 32503 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pensacola, FL 32503: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person