Employment Law Paralegal

5 days ago


Tampa, Florida, United States Phelps Dunbar Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Paralegal to join our Labor and Employment team at Phelps Dunbar LLP. The successful candidate will assist attorneys in the Tampa office with various substantive legal duties, including organizing and maintaining files, conducting investigations, and preparing discovery materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain files from case inception to completion
• Conduct factual investigations and interviews to identify key parties and relevant documents
• Assist in preparing answers to interrogatories and responses to requests for production of documents
• Coordinate depositions of parties requested by attorneys
• Summarize and organize depositions, records, and testimony using litigation support technology tools
• Draft various pleadings and filings in Federal and State level civil litigation
• Assist with all aspects of case litigation, including trial preparation and exhibit management
• Verify case citations in briefs for current validity and accuracy through Westlaw
• Interact with government and court officials, as well as clients
• Maintain attorney calendars with case deadlines
• Assist in trial with exhibits, demonstrative aids, and witnesses

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required; a four-year college degree and a certificate in paralegal studies is preferred
• A minimum of two years litigation experience and the ability to manage complex litigation using current technology is required; three years of litigation experience is preferred
• Must have a high level of computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office Software Suite and a working knowledge of a document management system
• Experience using electronic resources and litigation support software is strongly preferred
• Excellent time management, organizational abilities, and strong proofreading skills are also required

Performance Measures

• Ability to perform responsibilities as outlined above, both in terms of quality and quantity of work
• Ability to meet firm billing requirements
• Knowledge of litigation support technology utilized in practice area
• Ability to work independently; degree of motivation and initiative
• Dependability and cooperation with attorneys, clients, and other support staff
• Ability to meet required deadlines

What We Offer

Phelps Dunbar LLP is an AmLaw 200 full-service law firm. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

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