Paralegal

$55,000 - $80,000/Yr

CyberCoders - Miami, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Miami, FL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Paralegal position at a nationally recognized law firm in Miami involves providing essential support to attorneys in the insurance defense sector. The role requires managing large case files, preparing legal documents, conducting research, and assisting with trial preparations. The firm is committed to offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage large case files including discovery documents, pleadings, motions, reports, and correspondence files.
• Prepare documents for discovery in paper and electronic formats in response to opposing counsel requests.
• Review documents of incoming and outgoing discovery productions.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence.
• Prepare Indexes, Table of Contents, Table of Authorities, P&L analyses, and historical comparisons in Excel.
• Conduct case research via Westlaw and Pacer, as well as FINRA arbitrator research.
• Draft opinions as required.
• Identify and organize exhibits.
• E-file with State and Federal courts.
• Work with vendors for electronic litigation support.
• Assist with trial preparation and trial presentation.
• Communicate with vendors and other third-party organizations on a regular basis.
• Special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Paralegal Certificate or Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 1+ years of experience as a paralegal in a mid-sized to large law firm.
• Experience in the insurance industry is preferable.
• Experience billing time.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent proofreading skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel.
• Ability to perform electronic research using Westlaw and Pacer.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance