Byrd Campbell P.A. a well-respected national firm with offices in Winter Park, Pensacola< Boston and Dallas, specializing in Complex Business Litigation and Commercial Real Estate, has an opportunity for an experienced paralegal for our Litigation department, comfortable working in a fast placed environment, interacting with high profile clients, and handling many complex matters simultaneously, for a firm well known for taking cases to trial far more often than most, and growing all the time.

Paralegals are a vital part of our team and a tremendous resource for our attorneys. We need a paralegal with the experience to actively assist with all aspects of the job, while consistently producing superior results, even under tight deadlines, pressure and an ever-changing environment.

The work here is challenging, the pace is quick, and the expectations are extremely high. It will never be slow, dull or repetitive, and that’s just the way we like it. However, if you are one of the few who truly enjoys being challenged on a daily basis, doesn’t shy away from hard work or the unknown, and relishes the opportunity to demonstrate your incredible skill, while making significant, and recognized, contributions to the team, then you’ll fit in just fine here and love every minute of it.

Here at Byrd Campbell we have an amazing team of top talent, an incredible location on Park Ave, are privileged with the opportunity to work with honorable clients and have the pleasure of getting to fight the good fight on a daily basis. If that sounds like something you want to be a part of, then please read on.

The full list of requirements is too long to cover, but these are the necessities:

Thorough knowledge of legal concepts, processes, terms, and procedures;

Thorough knowledge of Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure;

Thorough knowledge of the litigation process;

Thorough knowledge of court procedures, including Florida E-Filing (ECF);

Comfort with electronic filing in State and Federal courts, calendaring, and accurate proofreading;

Experience scheduling hearings, depositions, mediations, conferences, examinations, etc.;

Experience with the preparation of notices, pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery (traditional & E-discovery) in state and federal court matters and arbitration proceedings;

Excels at legal research and the preparation of materials, exhibits and documentation for depositions, examinations, hearings, and trials;

Remembers important things that others forget;

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products, and the ability to type quick and accurately.

These are some things that should describe you:

Intelligent, organized, dedicated, great at time management, motivated, natural problem solver, a clear and accurate communicator, team player, reliable, and calm under pressure. Perfectionist, professional, persistent, polished, pleasant and punctual.

Your Education and Experience:

Associate Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred, ABA Paralegal Certification highly preferred, however, incredible experience and professional competency is acceptable in lieu of education. We’re looking for someone with at least 5 years of paralegal experience in a similar environment, but we can work with less if you’re the right person. Of course, more is just fine with us too.

What’s in it for you:

We offer comradery and an environment of mutual respect. Competitive pay and benefits, expanded holidays, paid trainings, 401k contributions. Hate the rush hour commute? No problem, we’re right across the street from the Winter Park Sun Rail station. How’s that for a perk!

We’re growing, and we need talented people like you to help us reach our full potential. So, if you read this job description and got excited, then we need to talk ASAP. Let’s start with you clicking apply and we’ll play it by ear from there.

Only Direct Applicants will be considered.

Byrd Campbell P.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full Time

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 5 years (Preferred)
• Paralegal: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Winter Park, FL 32789: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person