Paralegal

Rubenstein Law P.A - Jacksonville, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Jacksonville, FL

101-250 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Paralegal position at Rubenstein Law, P.A. involves working closely with attorneys to enforce and defend clients' legal rights. This role is crucial in drafting pleadings and motions, managing case calendars, and maintaining client contact. Paralegals are responsible for creating and monitoring deadlines for case progression, assisting in trial preparation, and finalizing settlement agreements. The firm, established in 1988, has built a strong reputation in personal injury law, representing clients in various claims including auto injuries, slip and fall injuries, and medical malpractice. As the firm continues to grow, the paralegal will play a vital role in ensuring that every client receives the excellent care and attention that has contributed to the firm's success.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload from initial filing through trial and post-trial
• Draft and file legal documents and pleadings in State and Federal court
• Draft and file discovery and manage discovery compliance
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner with team members, clients, opposing counsel, judicial employees/clerk, and other legal professionals
• Coordinate, schedule and calendar meetings, case related deadlines, notice hearings, depositions, and other litigation related proceedings
• Manage Attorney's calendar and assist with attorney travel arrangement when needed
• Provide excellent legal support to the team and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Assist with trial preparation (trial binders, exhibits, redacting, etc.)
• Data entry in firm management system pertaining to case related matters

Requirements

• 2+ years of Personal Injury Litigation experience preferred, but not required
• Excellent client communications skills
• Strong multitasking skills, highly organized, and detail oriented
• Able to excel in a fast-paced work environment, take direction and work with little supervision
• Able to manage a large caseload and comply with deadlines
• Knowledge of State and Federal court statutes, rules, and procedures
• Familiar in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and the ability to become proficient in firm technology programs
• Familiar with legal terminology, court proceeding and drafting pleadings, discovery, and legal documents
• Familiar with court procedures, courtMap, JAWS and e-filing via e-portal
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced legal environment
• Proficiency in additional legal software

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 8-paid holidays
• Staff and Attorney bonuses
• Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages)
• Group and Optional Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 401(k) with company matching