Legal Assistant/ Paralegal

Job Description Job Description Legal Assistant/Paralegal We are a very busy, established law firm located in Deerfield Beach, Florida, seeking an enthusiastic full time Legal Assistant/Paralegal. To qualify for this position, you should: Have excellent organizational skills. Great punctuality and attendance. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Professional appearance and a positive attitude. Great personality! Knowledge of common computer tools (outlook, word, etc.) The job will entail the following responsibilities: Keeps cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software; confirming case status with attorney Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling Helps develop cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; scheduling depositions; preparing and forwarding summonses and subpoenas; preparing and filing discovery requests; preparing responses to opposing counsel; generating status reports. Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress. Supports case preparation by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences; preparing pleadings; monitoring and obtaining discovery responses. Organizing file and trial binders; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed. Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Medical Dental Life Insurance Paid Vacation Paid Holidays NON SMOKERS All applicants MUST submit a resume.