Paralegal

Paralegal #4351

Lawyer Regulation | Tallahassee

Minimum starting salary $54,519.76 with an excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Summary function: Provides support to Bar counsel.

Required minimum education: Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study (proof required at interview). Juris Doctorate will substitute for this education.

Required minimum professional work experience: Four (4) years of paralegal/legal assistant experience or certified as a Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant or Juris Doctorate.

Additional information: Trial/litigation experience and bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pleading preparation.
• Conducting legal research.
• Assisting in investigations and file reviews.
• Assisting in trial preparation.
• Assisting in preparation and submission of public record reviews.
• Assisting in special projects and preparation and submission of monthly memos.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge:

• Bar Disciplinary Procedures
• Rules of Civil Procedure
• Adobe Acrobat

Skills:

• Conducting legal and internet research
• Drafting and preparation of pleadings
• Written legal communication
• Dealing with people
• MS Word

Abilities:

• Think logically and solve problems effectively
• Carry out directions
• Organize and prioritize work
• Think and work independently and responsibly
• Tactfully manage difficult situations
• Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing
• Interpret TFB policies and procedures
• Learn The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
• Create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe
• Sit for long periods of time, hear and converse over the telephone, and key/work frequently on a computer
• Lift 5 to 10 lbs
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Please notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.

EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Non-Exempt position.

This position is in an in-office position, located in Tallahassee, Florida and is not a remote position.