Temp-to-Hire Senior Paralegal

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group has an immediate need for a Temp-to-Hire Senior Paralegal. Overview Our client is seeking an experienced senior paralegal to support its practice of representing a broad array of clients as plaintiffs in complex litigation at the trial and appellate levels. Company Law firm. Experience 10+ years of paralegal experience, 3+ years of litigation experience on plaintiff side, or defense side at an AmLaw firm. Location Coral Gables, FL. Responsibilities Coordinate and assign tasks to paralegals and legal assistants for cases within an assigned practice area. Assist with training and development of legal support staff by coaching and mentoring to strengthen their skills and competencies. Administratively manage all phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and appellate procedures. Administratively manage all aspects of trials and hearings by preparing pretrial documents, managing trial transcripts, compiling, and tracking trial exhibits. Assist with the preparation, filing, and organization of pleadings, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents using Microsoft Word, CM/ECF, Docket Bird, and other systems. Conduct factual and legal research using Westlaw and other sources to organize for attorney use. Cite-check legal documents to conform citations and authorities to Bluebook standards, Shepardize authorities, and verify the accuracy of quoted material and cited exhibits. Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, expert materials, attorney notebooks, and other documents in hard copy and on electronic case-management systems, including NetDocuments. Implement and manage organizational systems to maintain case calendars, pleadings, correspondence, and related case documents utilizing firm software. Communicate with courts, outside counsel, clients, experts, and vendors when necessary. Coordinate with other areas/departments within the firm to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications A minimum of 10 years of Paralegal experience required, minimum of 3 years of litigation experience strongly preferred. Trial experience strongly preferred. Experience mentoring and training junior-level legal support staff. Experience using the federal courts’ CM/ECF system, PACER, Bluebook, and Westlaw. Thorough understanding of litigation motion practice, discovery, arbitration, trial, and appellate procedures. Demonstrated proficiency in Bluebook citation formatting and legal citation practices, with meticulous attention to detail in legal writing and document preparation. Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail. Ability to coach and train others to develop their skills and strengthen the talent of the team. Ability to function well in a fast-paced, high-volume, and demanding environment. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and adapt to changing priorities. Ability to maintain a thorough understanding of rules and procedures for various federal and state jurisdictions. All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Major, Lindsey & Africa