Litigation Paralegal
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP, Boca Raton, FL, United States
The role involves supporting attorneys in our general liability and construction defect practice groups. Responsibilities include managing case files, summarizing medical records, handling depositions and employment records, coordinating discovery work, and preparing for trial. Candidates must be extremely organized, self‑motivated, and possess at least 5–10 years of litigation experience in the relevant practice areas.
This is a hybrid position requiring you to come into the office. Therefore you must live in the greater Tampa, Miami or Boca Raton areas – no exceptions.
Requirements
Must possess a paralegal certificate
Professional and pleasant demeanor
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to process and follow up on Subpoenas for medical, employment, work‑compensation, disability, taxes, education, union records, etc.
Ability to communicate with experts, specifically prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
Ability to respond timely and effectively in a team atmosphere
Ability to multi‑task independently, be proactive and successfully manage a variety of demands
High level of computer competency, in the complete Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage, e‑Copy, PDF conversion
Trial preparation, including but not limited to the preparation of exhibits, witness materials and pre‑trial documents
Ability to prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, and trial preparation
Assemble chronologies of key documents
Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co‑defendants
Ability to redact claim files, medical records, police reports, emails, etc.
Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
Requires the ability to work 40 hours a week, Monday‑Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
Reliable with excellent attendance
Benefits
A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays
A flexible work from home policy
Referral program
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This is a hybrid position requiring you to come into the office. Therefore you must live in the greater Tampa, Miami or Boca Raton areas – no exceptions.
Requirements
Must possess a paralegal certificate
Professional and pleasant demeanor
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to process and follow up on Subpoenas for medical, employment, work‑compensation, disability, taxes, education, union records, etc.
Ability to communicate with experts, specifically prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
Ability to respond timely and effectively in a team atmosphere
Ability to multi‑task independently, be proactive and successfully manage a variety of demands
High level of computer competency, in the complete Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage, e‑Copy, PDF conversion
Trial preparation, including but not limited to the preparation of exhibits, witness materials and pre‑trial documents
Ability to prepare records, review and prepare exhibits, and trial preparation
Assemble chronologies of key documents
Review, analyze and organize document productions by opposing parties and co‑defendants
Ability to redact claim files, medical records, police reports, emails, etc.
Determine, prepare and organize material needed for expert witness review
Requires the ability to work 40 hours a week, Monday‑Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
Reliable with excellent attendance
Benefits
A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
PTO, paid sick time and paid holidays
A flexible work from home policy
Referral program
#J-18808-Ljbffr