Job description

Paralegal Clerk

We are currently recruiting for a Jr. Paralegal (Paralegal Clerk) for a Sophisticated Law Firm located in Downtown Miami.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Must have at least 1+ years working in a law firm;
• Scheduling, including but not limited to scheduling hearings, depositions, mediations, telephone conferences, Zoom meetings, adjournments, and court deadlines;
• Daily efiling and eservice in state court;
• Prepare draft documents for attorney review, including but not limited to discovery requests, discovery responses, various motions, proposed orders;
• Answer and direct telephone calls;
• Strong technical skills and excellent oral and written communication skills are required;
• Responsible for case management of active files, including reviewing documents for accuracy, scheduling, and docketing requests, and compiling documents to prepare analyses and electronic files;
• Performs additional duties as instructed and assigned; and
• This is an Onsite Position.
• Hours are 9:00 AM-5:30 PM. There may be some overtime when necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of court filing and scheduling procedures;
• This position requires keen attention to detail and efficiency due to the high-volume workload;
• Thorough knowledge of general office practices, policies, and business English;
• Operates computer, printer, copier, fax, and mailroom equipment;
• Ability to work on multiple projects, prioritize workload and adjust to changing priorities as needed;
• Ability to deal effectively with candidates, attorneys and co-workers;
• Ability to lift and move 10 lbs;
• Active listening, reading, service orientation, coordination, and social perceptiveness;
• Knowledge of office skills such as data entry, filing, phone etiquette, and composition of simple business letters; and
• Ability to organize time efficiently among a variety of duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree preferred;
• Proficient in MS Office applications;
• State court electronic filing, knowledge of FileSite, a plus;
• 1+ plus years previous law firm experience in Litigation;
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel;
• Excellent written and verbal skills, business English spelling and grammar;
• Excellent time management and organization skills;
• Ability to work on multiple projects, prioritize workload and adjust to changing priorities as needed;
• Friendly, cooperative manner and good team spirit; and
• Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments.

Benefits include: Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, Life/AD&D, Supplemental Life for employee, spouse and children, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Wellness Incentive Program, Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental health insurance, 401(k) Plan, Flexible Spending Plans, Paid Time Off, Parking.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Miami, FL 33131: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Litigation: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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