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Paralegal

Michael J. Meksraitis, Chartered

Location: Tampa, FL 33602 (Tampa Heights area)
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: November 3, 2020
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Paralegal
Michael J. Meksraitis, Chartered
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Tampa, FL 33602
$23 - $25 an hour
Michael J. Meksraitis, Chartered is currently recruiting for an experienced Litigation Paralegal for its small office in South Tampa comprised of two attorneys. The ideal candidate will be a team player who can collaborate with the attorneys, bring a positive attitude and be productive and engaged.
This position focuses on:
· Personal injury
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Job Duties:
1. Summarizes records, court files and depositions.
2. Reviews and summarize third party and client documents.
3. Researches sources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, constitutions and public records.
4. Tracks and monitors cases and documents for ongoing litigation matters.
5. Coordinate and schedule calendars.
6. Compiles documents responsive to discovery requests and attends document productions.
7. Drafts, prepares and performs limited reviews of legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, discovery materials, appeals and contracts.
8. Assists in trial preparation and discovery practices such as to gather and organizing exhibits, trial data, documents and other materials in response to subpoenas, discovery requests, interrogatories, motions for summary judgments, etc.
9. Serves as a limited liaison between counsel, clients, experts, witnesses =, third parties, and other outside contacts.
10. Keeps current with procedures used by local, state and federal courts.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal certificate, or equivalent work experience.
2. Minimum three years of experience as a Paralegal in a plaintiff or defense litigation law firm.
3. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate by e-mail, telephone, or in person to provide information with ordinary courtesy and tact in an environment with a diverse group of personalities.
4. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
5. Ability to meet deadlines in an environment with frequent interruptions.
6. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
8. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to identify and resolve problem in a timely manner.
9. Flexible and solution oriented.
10. Advanced skills in computer technology using Microsoft Office Suite and document management.
11. Ability to lift and carry thirty-five pounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
Experience:
• Microsoft Office: 5 years (Preferred)
• Paralegal: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
• One location
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment
Company's website:
• http://meksraitis.com/
Benefit Conditions:
• Only full-time employees eligible
Work Remotely:
• No
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place