Paralegal

Paralegal #4351

Lawyer Regulation | Tallahassee

Minimum starting salary $52,931.81 with an excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).  

A Legal Writing Sample is required with resume (must be in Word or .pdf).

Summary function: Provides support to Bar counsel.

Required minimum education: Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study (proof required at interview). Juris Doctorate will substitute for this education.

Required minimum professional work experience: Four (4) years of paralegal/legal assistant experience or certified as a Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant or Juris Doctorate.

Additional Information: Trial/litigation experience and bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Pleading preparation

- Conducting legal research

- Assisting in investigations and file reviews

- Assisting in trial preparation

- Assisting in preparation and submission of public record reviews

- Assisting in special projects and preparation and submission of monthly memos

- Other duties as assigned

Knowledge:

- Bar Disciplinary Procedures

- Rules of Civil Procedure

- Adobe Acrobat

 Skills:

- Conducting legal and internet research

- Drafting and preparation of pleadings

- Written legal communication

- Dealing with people

- MS Word

Abilities:

- Think logically and solve problems effectively

- Carry out directions

- Organize and prioritize work

- Think and work independently and responsibly

- Tactfully manage difficult situations

- Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing

- Interpret TFB policies and procedures

- Learn The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar

- Create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe

- Sit for long periods of time

- Hear and converse over the telephone

- Key/work frequently on a computer. 

- Lift 5 to 10 lbs. 

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Please notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process. 

EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Non-Exempt position.

This position is in an in-office position, located in Tallahassee, Florida and is not a remote position.