Overview
Litigation Paralegal Jobs in Lake Mary, FL at National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Title: Litigation Paralegal
Company: National LGBTQ+ Bar Association
Location: Lake Mary, FL
Responsibilities
Draft, revise, and carefully review various legal documents, including correspondence, contracts, and court filings.
Collaborate with attorneys to ensure steady case progression by providing regular updates and flagging urgent matters promptly.
Support attorneys during the discovery process by preparing discovery documents, coordinating depositions, and issuing subpoenas.
Conduct document reviews and evaluations using multiple electronic platforms.
Organize and maintain digital case files within a document management system (such as iManage) for easy access and reference.
Assist in trial preparation, including assembling trial binders, arranging witness logistics, handling subpoenas, organizing exhibits, and participating in courtroom proceedings.
Collect and interpret medical records to develop detailed medical chronologies and special damages summaries.
Qualifications
Detail-oriented, proactive, personable, and self-driven
Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and new opportunities
Exercises sound judgment and takes initiative to resolve issues independently
Produces polished, accurate work and takes full responsibility for outcomes
Open to adopting new technologies and workflows
Willing and able to travel across the country for trial support
Knowledgeable about client billing protocols with the ability to log accurate and timely billing entries
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal Certificate, or a combination of relevant education and experience
Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience in a law firm setting (defense litigation experience is a plus)
Desired Skills and Experience
We are looking for an experienced paralegal to support attorneys with legal research, drafting documents, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced legal setting.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
