Litigation Paralegal

Litigation Paralegal Melbourne, FL Job Details Full-time $70,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Writing skills Mid-level Legal memorandum writing Legal motion preparation Databases Personal injury law Administrative experience Bachelor's degree Task prioritization Court case file organization Legal case management Personal injury litigation support Court hearing scheduling 2 years Communication skills File organization Full Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our elite, high-performance personal injury law firm. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional outcomes for clients. We are building a team of dedicated, accountable professionals who value collaboration, continuous improvement, and high standards. This role is best suited for paralegals who are driven to grow, committed to excellence, and excited to contribute to a team that strives to be the best in the field. If you're someone who is passionate about your work, eager to take ownership of your cases, and looking to be part of a firm that recognizes and rewards high performance, we invite you to apply.

Benefits:

Holidays and Paid Time Off Health Insurance 401(k) Bonus opportunities

Work Location:

In Person/Hybrid Schedule:

M-F Job Type:

Full-time, hourly

Salary:

Beginning at $70,000 Background checks:

Required Compensation:

$70,000 to start

Responsibilities:

Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, summons, and other legal memoranda E-file all court documents in state and federal court Diligently medically manage client care to maximize case value Communicate with clients, court, counsel, and others Conduct legal research and factual investigation Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses Coordinate and summarize depositions Prepare trial binders and exhibits Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and file them with the court Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics) Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices Aid attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requests Gather relevant information from a variety of sources Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties Witness preparation Assist with case settlements

Qualifications:

Job-Related Skills and Abilities:

Ability to prioritize and manage workload with minimal supervision Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with exceptional attention to detail Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Education/Training/Experience:

Required:

2 years of litigation experience 2 years of experience in Personal Injury or other injury-related practice areas Strong drafting and writing skills Familiarity with legal specifics related to the firm's areas of law Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices Experience with E-Filing Portal Proficient in technology & software, including databases Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred:

Bachelor's Degree in a related field 2+ years of litigation experience 2+ years of experience in Personal Injury or other injury-related practice areas Experience with Filevine and LeadDocket About Company Andrew Pickett has been practicing law in Brevard County since 2009, and as a former prosecutor, he's not afraid of trying cases in the courtroom. Over the last 10 years, he has tried to verdict over 50 jury trials. We are a well-established law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and support to clients. Our team is passionate about serving clients with compassion, excellence, and relentless advocacy.