Paralegal

Weltman is looking to add a Paralegal to our new office in Sarasota, FL. This person will assist the Attorney on the day-to-day management of complex cases. The Paralegal is responsible for performing substantive legal work that requires extensive knowledge of legal concepts.

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks: 

• Perform legal research by examining all references in briefs and other memoranda. Research methods of acquiring further evidence including affidavit or interrogatories, further hearings, or various other means of communication with sources of record and exercises judgment and knowledge of laws of states and tribes to determine if information obtained is relevant for documentary evidence.
• Responsible for case management and a monthly billing quota.
• Responds to employee’s questions regarding unusual, complex, or technical work-related matters.
• Assists attorneys with management of complex case files and pleadings.
• Drafts and/or dictates legal briefs, pleadings, correspondence, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Attends depositions and hearings and reviews transcripts, as required.
• Reviews files, mail and complex legal documents to gather information and locate missing or incomplete records.
• Contacts clients, debtors, attorneys and courts for resolution of outstanding issues, further instructions, status updates, and additional information and documentation.
• Negotiates settlements and sale or return of assets/collateral for attorney/client approval.
• Oversees the preparation and assembly of evidence exhibits and other materials used in legal proceedings.
• Monitors client billings and prepares billing statements.
• Coordinates the service of subpoenas, notice of depositions, and other legal documents to witnesses and parties to action.
• Forwards accounts to out of town counsel and serves as liaison between client and attorney.
• Arranges for payment of court costs, local counsel fees, publications costs, etc
• Maintains current knowledge of legal procedures, deadlines and procedures for appropriate documents.
• Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.
• Additional duties as requested or required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Certification in Paralegal Studies required.
• 6 years relevant legal experience.
• Must be able to type a minimum of 50 words per minute with accuracy.
• Extensive knowledge of office practices and procedures; computer operation; word processing software; internet research; and extensive knowledge of relevant laws, legal/court procedures, and legal terminology.
• Professional demeanor with clients and co-workers.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
• Ability to research, analyze and problem-solve.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

 Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate based upon experience 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 16 days annually 9 Company paid holidays
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
• Promotional opportunities within the Firm
• Fun participation in community involvement initiatives, office parties, and competitions.
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.

Work Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit at the workstation for extended periods. The employee must have the ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; enter data into a computer; and operate standard office equipment including computer, telephone, printer, copier, and facsimile machine.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Normal office conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EOE: Weltman/WWR is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.