Commercial Litigation Paralegal
Cozen O'Connor
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: West Palm Beach • Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per year
About the role
- Assist attorneys with all stages of litigation including trials
- Assist in preparing and filing (including e-filing) of legal documents including motions, discovery, and agreements in state and federal courts around the country
- Assist in preparing, filing, and coordinating service of state and federal subpoenas
- Establish and maintain strong communications with clients, experts, witnesses, etc.
- Oversee/assist with the discovery process, including subpoenas, locating witnesses, scheduling depositions, assisting with discovery requests and responses, and preparing /filing pleadings, privilege logs, and memoranda
- Perform factual research and investigation
- Case file management (create, organize, track and maintain files; monitor calendars and meeting deadlines; document actions; input information into file database and case management software)
- Utilize computer databases to organize, store and access information; conduct moderately complex research on LEXIS, Westlaw and other online computer assisted research databases
Requirements
- 10 years of paralegal experience preferred
- Associates degree and paralegal certificate strongly preferred
- Familiarity with matters involving fraud and medical treatment records
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
- Strong interpersonal skills to build a rapport with team and clients
- Detail oriented, able to work independently, and possess excellent organizational and written/oral communication skills
- Must have the motivation and skill to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proven computer/technology skills. Microsoft Office Suite a must.
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days remote
- Commitment to inclusion in the legal profession
- Opportunities for applicants returning to the workforce
- Equal Opportunity Employer including disabled and veterans
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
litigation assistancelegal document preparatione-filingsubpoena preparationdiscovery process managementfactual researchcase file managementdocument organizationinformation trackingconfidential information management
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillsorganizational skillswritten communicationoral communicationindependenceattention to detailmultitaskingdiscretionrapport buildingmotivation
Certifications
paralegal certificateassociates degree