What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal- 3577205 position at AMS Staffing Inc.?
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Job Title: Paralegal
Location: Tampa, Florida 33602
Salary/Payrate: $55K-$65K, bonus and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment: Onsite
Term: Permanent / Fulltime
Bachelor’s degree required: Yes
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired
Job Description:
Established Tampa litigation firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal with a strong background in insurance defense and personal injury litigation. This role supports attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial, and requires the ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage case files from inception through trial, including tracking deadlines and maintaining organization
- Review and summarize medical records, depositions, and case documents
- Prepare medical chronologies and assist with discovery investigations and responses
- Draft and assist in reviewing pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents
- Coordinate document production and respond to subpoenas and discovery requests
- Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit preparation and trial attendance
- Conduct legal research (statutes, case law, public records, etc.)
- Communicate with attorneys, clients, experts, and third parties as a liaison
- Maintain calendars and coordinate scheduling
- Ensure compliance with Florida state and federal court procedures, including e-filing
- Enter billable time contemporaneously in accordance with firm/client guidelines
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of litigation paralegal experience (insurance defense strongly preferred)
- Experience handling personal injury cases from inception through trial
- Strong knowledge of Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and e-filing systems
- Experience with medical records review and chronologies
- Prior billing experience with time entry requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent experience
Salary : $55,000 - $65,000