Paralegal

Job Summary:

LHH is currently recruiting for a law firm in the Plantation area. We are seeking a certified FL paralegal to support the law firm's construction litigation practice area. If you have 5 years of complex litigation including trial attendance and support, please apply!

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize and prepare exhibits and appendices for filings, depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and trials
• Set up and manage war rooms for trial and arbitration proceedings
• Assist attorneys during depositions, hearings, and trials
• Draft legal documents including subpoenas, summonses, memoranda, and routine correspondence
• Conduct factual and legal research, locate witnesses, and trace documents or evidence
• Collaborate with attorneys, litigation support, IT, and administrative staff
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of procedural rules, e-filing processes, and e-discovery protocols

Requirements:

• Proficiency with litigation support tools such as Relativity, CaseMap, LiveNote, and Trial Director
• Paralegal certificate or relevant degree is required
• Strong trial preparation and courtroom experience
• Strong experience in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Benefits:

Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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