Goldberg Segalla, a dynamic and collaborative law firm with a national presence, seeks a highly motivated and organized individual to join its team as a Civil Litigation Paralegal in its West Palm Beach office.
The position requires the ability to multitask effectively and balance working on multiple requests and projects on a daily basis. Strong analytical and organizational skills and attention to detail are required paralegal will assist and provide a wide range of legal support to the supervising attorney(s). These duties include maintaining files, conducting legal research, drafting documents, communicating with clients and other parties involved in the cases, etc. This position requires knowledge of best law firm practices and the legal field.
RESPONSIBILITIES/SKILLS: :

• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure

• Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently, with minimal supervision

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint

• E-filing knowledge in preparation to file all types of discovery requests, responses to opposing counsel, and motions

• Knowledge of legal documents and terminology

• Experience with recording billable hours, billable time entry methods, and basic knowledge of general insurance industry guidelines for keeping track of billable time

• Experience with, and basic knowledge of, the subpoena process to obtain medical records and medical billing discovery

• Organize and maintain documents in the physical file and in the firm’s document Management software

• Gather, maintain current, and arrange evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation

• Obtain affidavits and other formal documents/statements that may be used as evidence in court

• Assist lawyers during trials by handlings exhibits, taking notes or reviewing trial transcripts

• File exhibits, briefs, appeals, and other legal documents (after a lawyer has reviewed and approved them) with the court or opposing counsel

• Reach out to clients, witnesses, lawyers, and outside vendors to schedule interviews, meetings, or depositions.

• Locate and communicate with expert witnesses to schedule and prepare for Compulsory Medical Examinations (CMEs)

EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 years of experience

• Personal Injury experience is preferred.

BENEFITS:

This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and a full benefits package. Our benefits package includes but is not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending, and more.

Goldberg Segalla isn’t merely a business—we’re a community. We value the diversity of our team and strive to create a collaborative and enjoyable culture for everyone, where leadership is rewarded, and efficiency, mutual respect, and working together for the common good are traits we all embody.

Goldberg Segalla is a national civil litigation firm with offices spanning major metro markets across the U.S., providing strategic coverage wherever our clients do business. As a firm of experienced litigators and trial attorneys, Goldberg Segalla's capabilities span business and commercial disputes, employment and labor, insurance coverage, product liability, and more. Today, our more than 400 attorneys are trusted counselors to public and private clients in key sectors and industries including construction and energy, transportation, manufacturing, retail and hospitality, and insurance.