Civil Litigation Paralegal- 3648400

Title: Civil Litigation Paralegal

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Salary: $70K – $85K – negotiable + Excellent Benefits!

Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Hours: 40 hours week

Work Environment: Onsite, 2 days WFH after 6 months of employment

Bachelors Required: NO

Required Experience: 3+ years Civil Litigation experience in a
Law Firm

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500

Job Description:

Reputable Law Firm is looking for an experienced Paralegal to
join our team! In this role, you’ll work closely with our
attorneys on a variety of civil defense matters, including auto
negligence, trucking litigation, premises liability, and school
board defense litigation. You’ll be involved in all phases of
litigation, from case development through trial, and play a key
role in keeping cases moving forward.

What you’ll do

* Manage and organize case files, including obtaining, reviewing,
summarizing, and maintaining key documents
* Support discovery efforts by drafting discovery requests and
pleadings (interrogatories, requests for production, requests for
admission), organizing document production, and indexing records
* Review, analyze, and summarize medical records; prepare
detailed medical chronologies and narrative summaries
* Assist with deposition and discovery investigation, including
preparing deposition summaries, exhibit indexes, and coordinating
with witnesses, experts, and investigators
* Coordinate and communicate with attorneys regarding case
deadlines, including depositions, mediations, and hearings
* Prepare materials for litigation, including trial notebooks,
exhibits, witness and exhibit disclosures, and demonstrative aids
(e.g., trial boards, presentations)
* Prepare PowerPoint presentations for mediations and attend
mediations and trial alongside attorneys
* Travel as needed to attend depositions, meet with witnesses,
and visit accident scenes or evidence locations
* Utilize and maintain case management and litigation support
tools (e.g., Summation databases)
* Track billable time in accordance with client guidelines and
firm procedures
* Collaborate with attorneys and team members to support case
strategy and trial preparation
* Provide support across the team, including training new hires
and assisting with coverage as needed

What We’re Looking For

* 5+ years of experience in a law firm environment, preferably in
civil defense
* Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, with paralegal certification
or equivalent experience
* Ability to produce accurate, high-quality work in a timely
manner.
* Strong organizational and time management skills.
* Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet
deadlines.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to details.
* Effective oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general office
technology.
* Experience with legal software (e.g., document management and
timekeeping systems) preferred.
* Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
* Ability and willingness to work extended hours, including
evenings and occasional weekends, as required.
* Reliable attendance and punctuality.