Litigation Paralegal

Preston J. Fields, P.A. is a small civil litigation firm located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida which focuses its practice on matters involving wrongful death, personal injury, civil and commercial disputes, and real estate . It seeks a Litigation Paralegal for a full-time, in-office position to support a trial attorney. This is not a remote position. Education and Experience: Must have an Associates of Arts Degree or a Paralegal Certification. Must have 3+ years of civil litigation experience (Civil Litigation or Personal Injury). Necessary Professional Skills: Computers, telephones, and other related office equipment. Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Case management and billing systems. Experience with Clio and Aderant Total Office (formerly Client Profiles) is a plus. Court procedures (state and federal courts). E-filing (state and federal courts). Scheduling (court appearances, depositions, and meetings with opposing counsels and parties). Calendaring (appointments and tracking deadlines and court appearances on the computer). Drafting (pleadings, motions, and discovery responses as well as general legal documents). Document review. Time entry. Client meetings and client preparation (for trial, depositions, or other proceedings). Prepare and organize case files, hearing folders, and other physical or electronic documents and evidence. Type accurately and quickly. Necessary Personal Qualities: Work independently. Proficient in organizing and prioritizing tasks for assigned cases. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Planning and reporting skills. Multitasking and time-management skills. Customer service attitude. Maintain client confidentiality. Possess an unwavering attention to detail. Responsibilities Manage and organize legal case files, ensuring all documents are up-to-date and accessible. Conduct thorough legal research using Lexis-Nexis to support ongoing litigation. Assist attorney with document review and preparation for court proceedings, including personal injury cases. Maintain effective communication with clients and court personnel, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills. Utilize Microsoft Office tools for drafting and formatting legal documents and presentations. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $58,000.00 - $73,000.00 per year Benefits 401(k) matching Paid time off Experience: Litigation Paralegal: 3 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 (Required) Work Location: In person