Paralegal
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Key details
- Salary
- $57K/yr
- Location
- Orlando, FL, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid level
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 4–7 yrs
- Function
- Legal & Compliance
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 2d ago
Skills
About the role
Paralegal #4187
Lawyer Regulation | Orlando, FL
Minimum starting salary $56,700.55 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).
*Please attach a legal writing sample to your application.*
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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Pleading preparation.
Conducting legal research.
Assisting in trial preparation.
Assisting in investigations and file reviews.
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
- Create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe
- 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
-Sit for long periods of time
-Hear and converse over the telephone
-Key/work frequently on a computer
-Lift 5 to 10 lbs
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 Orlando, Florida and is not a remote position.