Litigation Paralegal

Job Summary:

Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is growing! A well-established and leading law firm specializing in homeowner, condominium, and community association law is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for our Boca Raton, FL office. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including both billable hour and administrative tasks, but will be primarily responsible for communicating status updates to clients. Business hours for this non-exempt position are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The starting hourly rate for this role is $24.04, contingent upon level of experience. 

KSN offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, basic life/AD & D coverage, voluntary life insurance, critical illness, accident, hospital, and a retirement plan for those who are eligible. 

This role is initially an in-office position, with the potential to transition to a hybrid type schedule. The work schedule will be confirmed with the department manager at the time of hire.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide monthly status updates to clients regarding active litigation files.
• Case Management
• Open/close litigation files.
• Update Litigation Management Software, including docketing, entering notes, orders, and status reports.
• Document Preparation
• Prepare initial documents, including Summons, Motions, and initial letter to client.
• Prepare routine motions, such as motions for extension, vacate, for special process server/alt service.
• Prepare Notice of Deposition forms and similar documents.
• Service of Process; preparation of      summonses/alias summonses.
• File Affidavits of Service with the Courts.
• Motions for Special Process Server/Appointment of SPS.
• Arrange for Service and monitoring service.
• Communicate with clients regarding status.
• Preparation of Petitions/Affidavits of Attorney Fees and Costs. 
• Handle routine communications with client, attorneys, and vendors.
• E-File new lawsuits, motions, and other pleadings.
• Schedule court reporters. 
• Preparation of administrative requests/Subpoenas for Litigators.
• Assist in all aspects of discovery and trial preparation in various jurisdictions. 
• Organize and maintain case files. 
• Handle legal filings, including online filings.
• Draft routine pleadings. 
• Assist in preparation of large document productions. 
• Gather, prepare, and summarize relevant case materials for attorney review.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years as a litigation paralegal and/or 3+ years practical experience, required.
• Paralegal certification preferred, but not required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with challenging tasks and daily deadlines.
• Experience in community association law preferred, but not required.
• Familiarity with online calendaring and docketing systems.
• Strong computer skills are required, specifically in all Microsoft Office Suite programs, including Word and Excel. 
• Familiarity with LexisNexis and Summation programs a plus. 

Technical Skills: Experience with any system listed below is preferred, but not required.

· Document Management Systems - iManage

· Billing Systems - Juris Suite

· Docketing Systems - Vision

· Adobe Acrobat

To be considered for this position, you MUST apply at:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/2684062/Paralegal