Litigation Paralegal - Stuart, FL We are seeking a litigation paralegal to join a dynamic, fast paced Plaintiffs' Firm. We are looking for a candidate that is motivated, has superior task management and organizational skills, is detail oriented, and has strong oral and written communication abilities with litigation experience to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the coordination of details before, during and after trial. The successful candidate will be able to provide assistance during all phases of the litigation process including legal research, document filing and trial prep.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research and initial case assessments
• Draft pleadings, motions and appellate documents and file them with the court
• Perform administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics etc.)
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs and appendices
• Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests
• Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
• Provide assistance with case settlements and lien resolution
• Request records
• Schedule depositions

Skills:

• Proven working experience as a litigation paralegal
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.
• Highly organized with ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
• Extensive computer and database expertise
• Paralegal associates degree or other relevant certification