Litigation Paralegal

February 18

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The Jeffcoat Firm

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Founded in 1999, The Jeffcoat Firm provides top-quality legal services to injured people and their families. Our firm's guiding philosophy is to always put the needs of our clients first - to help them in their time of need. Many of the firm's cases involve auto accidents, wrongful death, nursing home neglect or abuse, medical malpractice, animal attack and dog bite injuries, and other serious personal injuries. The firm has the resources, focus, experience and skill to successfully recover significant compensation for the injuries received by our clients.The Jeffcoat Firm also represents people in cases involving professional license complaints, such as defending nurses against Board of Nursing complaints. In addition, we provide the very highest quality representation for individuals who have been accused of criminal activity.

Car Accidents • Personal Injury • Premises Liability • Product Liability • Wrongful Death

11 - 50 employees

📋 Description

• The Jeffcoat Firm is committed to helping everyday people in crisis. • As a Litigation Paralegal at The Jeffcoat Firm, you’ll guide clients through the civil case process, from treatment to settlement. • You will be the primary point of contact for the client. • The work is fast-paced and collaborative, working alongside Attorneys, Record Coordinators, and Legal Assistants. • Prepare, review, and edit documents – including, but not limited to, discovery, demand letters, correspondence, and pleadings. • Scheduling with clients, medical providers, witnesses and court proceedings. • Case preparation and filing, organization of documents, and collection of relevant records. • Organize and maintain case files, attorney notebooks, databases, spreadsheets, and other material. • Maintaining case files and updating case management software. • Drafting correspondence, legal documents, and mediation statements. • Service of process and resolves service issues. • Process 3rd party invoices. • Assisting in the preparation of pleadings, motions, and discovery requests. • Assist Attorney’s with preparation of clients and witnesses for deposition. • Assisting with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness preparation. • Delegate tasks to Civil Case Manager as needed. • Attends required morning and monthly meetings. • Performs other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

🎯 Requirements

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent. • Degree in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal Certificate preferred but not required. • Minimum of 2 years’ litigation experience as a paralegal. • Familiarity with state and federal court procedures and rules. • Strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office required. • Experience with Litify Case Management preferred. • Reliable transportation required.

🏖️ Benefits

• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. • Take advantage of parental leave & a 401k plan with an employer contribution. • Recharge with our generous vacation policy, including 12 paid holidays. • Our Firm believes in making our community a better place and paying all successes forward. • We offer 8 hours of volunteer time off per quarter. • We provide supportive leadership, expect accountability and transparency, and focus on outreach.