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A bit about us:

Well established litigation boutique with offices in Tampa and Sarasota is seeking a litigation legal assistant or paralegal to join their team in Sarasota. The firm practices state wide in areas such as employment litigation, business litigation, and commercial litigation. If you're an experienced paralegal looking to make a move to a reputable firm, please consider this opportunity!

Why join us?

100% paid employee health insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid long term disability insurance, PTO.

Job Details

Job Details: Our prestigious law firm is seeking a dynamic and experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This position will play a crucial role in supporting our litigation team, specifically within the realm of construction and bankruptcy litigation. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a similar role, demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. This opportunity offers a challenging and exciting work environment with exposure to a diverse range of legal matters.

Responsibilities:

* Assist in all phases of the litigation process, from investigation and discovery through trial, post-trial findings, and appeals. * Conduct legal research, prepare legal documents, and compile case materials. * Manage documents and organize case files for easy retrieval, ensuring all relevant information is readily accessible for attorneys. * Coordinate with clients, expert witnesses, consultants, and other law firms in preparation for trials. * Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents. * Review, analyze, and summarize complex construction litigation matters. * Ensure all deadlines are met in a timely manner, keeping attorneys informed of upcoming dates and tasks. * Attend trials, depositions, and hearings, taking detailed notes and assisting attorneys as needed.

Qualifications:

* A minimum of 2 years of experience in a law firm support role * Experience billing time. * In-depth knowledge of construction litigation and the legal process. * Proficient in legal research and writing, with the ability to draft and review legal documents. * Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail. * Proficient in the use of legal software and Microsoft Office Suite. * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. * High level of integrity and confidentiality, and a commitment to professional ethics. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

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