Paralegal

Overview Make an impact beyond the courtroom. As a Paralegal at UF Health, you'll support complex legal initiatives that help safeguard one of Florida's premier healthcare organizations, enabling outstanding patient care, groundbreaking research, and innovation while building a rewarding career in a mission-driven environment. Supports attorneys by preparing, reviewing, and editing legal documents and case files to ensure accuracy and compliance. Conducts thorough legal research and prepare summary reports to aid case development. Organizes and maintains confidential client records and coordinates communication among all parties involved in legal matters. Assists with filing legal documents, manages trial preparation activities, and oversees project aspects of cases under supervision. Provides explanations of relevant facts, policies, and practices to facilitate effective case management and problem-solving. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Prepares, reviews, and edits legal documents, correspondence, contracts, and case files to ensure accuracy and compliance. Conducts legal research and prepares summary reports, supporting documentation, and case materials. Organizes and maintains confidential client, legal, and case records in accordance with organizational and legal standards. Coordinates communication among attorneys, clients, courts, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders. Assists with legal filings, case tracking, scheduling, discovery, and trial or hearing preparation. Manages assigned projects and administrative aspects of legal matters under attorney supervision. Provides information and clarification regarding legal processes, policies, procedures, and documentation to support effective case management. Qualifications Education Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Assisting, Business Administration, or a related field required. Paralegal certification or equivalent legal training preferred. Minimum Qualifications Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting legal teams in a corporate legal department or law firm setting. Strong skills in legal research, document preparation, proofreading, and case support activities. Experience managing confidential client records, legal documentation, and case files. Knowledge of legal filing procedures, court documentation requirements, and trial preparation activities. Demonstrated ability to coordinate communication effectively among attorneys, clients, courts, and other legal stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr