Workers Compensation Paralegal

At Morgan & Morgan the work we do matters. For millions of Americans were their last line of defense against insurance companies large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states to client support staff creative marketing to operations teams every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

We are seeking an experiencedLitigation Paralegalto join our team. As a Litigation Paralegal you will work closely with our talented attorneys providing support before during and after trials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents including pleadings motions affidavits complaints legal memoranda
• E-file all court documents in state and federal court
• Communications with clients court counsel and others
• Conduct legal research and factual investigation
• Prepare discovery documents interrogatories and responses
• Draft and server summons
• Coordinate and summarize depositions
• Prepare trial binders and exhibits
• Drafting pleadings motions and appellate documents and filing them with the court
• Performing administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines organize case files manage logistics)
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits documents evidence briefs and appendices
• Aid attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requests
• Gather relevant information from a variety of sources
• Liaise between trial teams and internal/external third parties
• Witness preparation
• Assisting with case settlements
• Other tasks as requested by the attorney

Qualification

• Associate degree certificate or equivalent work experience (preferred)
• 2 years of litigation experience (required)
• Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred)
• Experience in Workers Compensation (preferred)
• Must possess the ability to multi-task prioritize and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills proficient in calendaring depositions mediations and hearings
• Applicable knowledge of motions discovery evidence litigation documentation court rules and procedures practices etc
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Extensive computer and database expertise; Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and type no less than 35 wpm

This role is on-site which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. Weve found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected.

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Hourly Range

$26.45 - $26.45 USD

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance 401(k) plan paid time off and paid holidays.

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