Job Description
Job Description
Thank you for applying to the Irizarry Mendez Law Firm. We are looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. We specialize in litigation; namely, business and personal Injury.
Responsibilities:
- Hard Drafting: Pleadings, Motions, Discovery and/or etc.
- Soft Drafting: Notices, Subpoenas, Request for Judicial Notices and etc.
- Prepare Binders for Trials, Hearings and Mediations.
- Legal Research and Sheperdize case law.
- Other administrative duties and tasks as may be needed to move the case forward.
Job Specifications:
- Monday–Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (1-hour lunch break)
- This is a hybrid position at the discretion of the firm. The Paralegal will be required to work from home unless there is a Trial, or her/his in-person appearance is required.
Job Qualifications:
- This position requires over five (5) years of Litigation experience.
- The correct applicant must be versed in the Florida Rules of Civil Procedures and Florida Rules of Judicial Administration.
- Must have strong legal research skills.
- Must have excellent customer service skills.
- Must have excellent organizational skills.
- Must be punctual.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Must have strong written communication skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure independently and in a team like environment.
Education:
Paralegal Certificate (is preferred but not required).
*** All serious applicants must answer all screening questions in order to be considered for this position and please submit your resume/CV***