What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Legal Assistant/Paralegal position at Kearney Law?
About Us:
We are a growing law firm located in the heart of downtown Tampa, dedicated to providing exceptional legal services in real estate disputes and litigation. Our firm is committed to delivering top-tier legal representation with a personalized touch. As we expand, we're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Real Estate Litigation Paralegal to join our team. If you have strong litigation experience and a proactive mindset, we’d love to hear from you.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and organized Real Estate Litigation Paralegal with experience handling complex real estate disputes. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a strong understanding of litigation procedures, case management, and legal document preparation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Case Management: Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case intake, discovery, trial preparation, and case resolution.
- Drafting Legal Documents: Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, subpoenas, and other court filings with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Legal Research: Conduct research on case law, statutes, and real estate regulations relevant to litigation matters.
- Discovery Coordination: Manage discovery requests, responses, and production of documents, ensuring compliance with deadlines.
- Client & Court Communication: Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and witnesses to gather information, schedule hearings, and facilitate case progress.
- Trial Preparation: Organize and prepare exhibits, trial binders, witness lists, and assist attorneys in court proceedings.
- Administrative Support: Maintain case files, track deadlines, and assist with case-related administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of litigation experience, preferably in real estate-related disputes.
- Strong knowledge of Florida litigation procedures, including e-filing and court deadlines.
- Proficiency in drafting and reviewing litigation documents.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
- Experience with legal case management software and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a legal team.
- A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package (commensurate with experience).
- Opportunity for professional growth in a thriving real estate litigation practice.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Downtown Tampa office location (paid parking).
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in real estate law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000
