Paralegal

General:

• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to perform a variety of complex tasks requiring independent judgment/action
• Must be detailed-oriented and high performing in a professional atmosphere
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, as well as collaboratively with a team
• Possess excellent communication and customer service skills, both verbally and in written correspondence
• Strong time management skills, with ability to multi-task, prioritize, and act on time-sensitive matters effectively and efficiently
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills
• Positive, flexible and service-oriented attitude
• Maintain utmost confidentiality on litigation and other sensitive matters
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the CEO, General Counsel or his/her designee

General Counsel Support:

• Draft, edit, and proofread complex contract documents such as commercial leases and agreements
• Research, analyze, compile, and summarize information on laws, statutes, opinions, financial records, administrative orders, and case law
• Prepare written reports and internal memoranda
• Draft, update, and amend internal policies and procedures
• Manage, organize, track and maintain contract and litigation files and deadlines
• Assist in case preparation and case management for civil litigation
• Assist in drafting, editing, and maintaining transactional and litigation documents (e.g., motions, pleadings)
• Assist in discovery responses
• Assist in public record request responses
• Archive and digitize files in accordance with document retention policy
• Coordinate meetings, maintain calendars and track critical dates and deadlines
• Data entry to include updating and maintaining electronic records and file keeping
• Review legal documents for accuracy and completeness of information prior to dissemination
• During emergency conditions, all CPA employees are automatically considered essential employees and may be subject to recall. These events may include, but are not limited to, natural, man-made, or public health emergencies. Employees may be expected to perform emergency and/or recovery operations outside of their normal assigned responsibilities and routine working hours.

• Associate’s degree, paralegal certification, or equivalent professional experience.
• Preference given to Florida Registered Paralegal
• 5 years of legal and executive assistant experience supporting either an attorney or senior management
• Experience working with a governing board of directors or commissioners (e.g., corporate, county, municipal, or special district) preferred
• Experience and understanding of commercial real estate transactions, due diligence, documentation (e.g., surveys, legal descriptions), and contracts
• Familiarity with county Clerk’s Office processes and procedures preferred
• Familiarity with Westlaw preferred
• Familiarity with Florida’s e-Filing portal preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook

• Possess a valid Florida Driver’s License or has the ability to obtain one within 30 days
• Possess a Florida notary public certification or has the ability to obtain one within 30 days