Operations Paralegal

The role

An Operations Paralegal will join the Personal Injury Operations Department. This person will oversee project activities, provide operational oversight of attorneys, and conduct legal research and case progression activities.

What you will do

• Accomplish strategic objectives by overseeing multiple project activities.
• Provide operational oversight of attorneys and use their respective calendars to schedule depositions, contact court, work with defense counsel to set dates, and send out demands.
• Audit attorney/staff tasks and execute processes to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure attorney cases are filed within 90 days.
• Set deadlines for attorneys and follow up to ensure deadlines are met.
• Assist in the preparation and trial of lawsuits.
• Help create a SOP for best practices in pushing PL cases forward.
• Conduct legal research, file management, and case progression activities.
• Prepare experts or other witnesses and coordinate pre-trial and trial activities.
• Contact parties and witnesses concerning trial dates and coordinate with the attorney.

Required qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of legal terminology.
• Three to five (3-5) years paralegal experience required.
• Paralegal degree or paralegal certification from an accredited institute of learning or similar experience.
• Must have knowledge of Florida law.
• Commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards.
• Personal and professional integrity and unquestioned discretion in maintaining confidentiality.
• Accurate, thorough, and keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both public and private settings.
• PC Literate with a firm understanding of Microsoft Office Programs.
• Diplomacy, pragmatism and assertiveness.
• Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Before you apply

• Employer participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.

About the company

Morgan & Morgan is a personal injury law firm with over 6,000 employees. Their mission is For the People.