What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trial Paralegal position at Eji Recruiting?
Hiring for a Senior Trial Paralegal with plaintiffs litigation, trial, and discovery experience in Miami. This firm specializes in multi-state complex plaintiffs' trial work against large international defendants.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Handle complete discovery process; research, analyze, and compile information and documents to assist in advising on litigation matters
- Manage case file calendars to ensure trial readiness and compliance with legal deadlines and court orders
- Conduct interviews and work closely with clients to draft and respond to discovery, as well as to prepare for testimony at depositions and trials
- Maintain excellent client communications, providing case status and ongoing assistance.
- Coordinate witness travel for testimony at depositions and trial
- Daily review of trial team operations to ensure trial readiness
- Work with attorneys in the identification, interviewing, and preparation of witnesses and collection of documents
- Conduct electronic searches and research legal matters
- Coordinate and manage extensive electronic discovery collections and productions.
- Provide general assistance to attorneys and prepare summaries of factual findings, legal research, and/or sequential and chronological events for attorneys.
- Work with attorneys to draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents.
- Communicate with court personnel, personnel at the state and federal levels, and other agencies regarding proceedings
- Maintain a thorough understanding of all aspects of the department's work and its context in the organization as a whole
- Continually stay up to date with changes in law and procedures, specifically relating to the litigation practice area
Qualifications:
* Five years experience as a Paralegal
* Experienced in Trial prep, Trial Support, and case management.
* Excellent organizational skills
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and coordinate projects
* Ability to use good judgment, initiative, and command of resources to accomplish results
* Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and follow instructions effectively from a diverse group of clients, attorneys, and staff to provide information with courtesy and tact
* Bachelors Degree is required
This full-time, in-office position offers a competitive base salary, fully paid benefits, 401k match, lucrative bonuses, room for growth, a complex and interesting caseload, and an excellent team to work with! Hiring as soon as possible!!
Salary : $85,000 - $115,000
