What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Healy & Jordan, PLLC?
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Paralegal at Healy & Jordan, PLLC (downtown Gulfport Office)
Full-Time | In-Office | Experienced Paralegal
Salary Range: $42,000–$50,000 annually, based on experience (plus benefits)
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About the Role
Healy & Jordan, PLLC is hiring a full-time Paralegal to join our downtown Gulfport office. This role supports a fast-paced, multi-practice law firm and requires strong organization, professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple active matters with accuracy and discretion.
This position primarily supports domestic and personal injury matters, including subrogation-related case work, while also assisting with select criminal cases as needed.
We are seeking a candidate with prior law firm experience who can handle substantive legal work, maintain strong case organization, and communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable balancing deadlines and competing priorities within a structured team environment.
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Key Responsibilities
- Draft and review legal documents including discovery responses, motions, pleadings, and case correspondence
- Manage and support subrogation case workflows, documentation, communication, and follow-up
- Assist attorneys with domestic and personal injury case management and litigation support
- Communicate with courts, clients, and opposing counsel regarding hearings, depositions, mediations, and scheduling
- Prepare pleadings, templates, and forms for attorney review
- Organize and maintain digital and physical case files
- Track deadlines and ensure timely filings and follow-up
- Assist attorneys with litigation preparation and case progression
- Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive legal matters
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Qualifications
- 3 years of paralegal or legal assistant experience required
- Prior subrogation experience required
- Ability to draft legal documents independently and accurately
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office, PDFs, and learning new systems (Clio experience a plus)
- Familiarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and case progression in civil, domestic, personal injury, or criminal matters
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Preferred but Not Required
- Associate’s degree or certificate in paralegal studies, criminal justice, or related field
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys or managing a mixed-practice caseload
- Familiarity with Mississippi court procedures
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Why Join Healy & Jordan
Healy & Jordan, PLLC is a growing Gulfport law firm where paralegals play an active role in case progression and client experience. We value accuracy, accountability, and professionalism and offer a stable, in-office environment with clear expectations and room for professional growth.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Paralegal: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Gulfport, MS 39501 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42,000 - $50,000