Litigation Paralegal
Miami, Florida, United States of America
Full Time
4 days ago
About this role
At Dinsmore, our strength comes from our people. With more than 750 attorneys across 30+ offices nationwide, we are dedicated to building a dynamic, client-focused Firm recognized for excellence. Together we work to build a strong market profile, highlighting our capabilities to clients and attracting talented attorneys and business professionals who seek a supportive environment where they can thrive. Discover how you can grow with us at www.dinsmore.com.
Dinsmore is seeking a Paralegal at our Miami, FL location who will support multiple attorneys in connection with Tort Litigation.
Responsibilities
• Serve as the main point of contact for all assigned cases
• Handle all tasks associated with document production and distribution for attorneys
• Research medical and legal literature
• Locate and interview medical experts
• Serve as a liaison between law firms, medical experts and other parties
• Prepare medical record chronologies, charts, diagrams, expert witness reports and timelines for use in formulating medical-legal case theories
• Contact Clients and opposing firms regarding examinations under oath and court calendar matters
• Acts as court liaison between judges, court administration, attorneys, and public
• Assist in trial preparation, including organizing and preparing trial exhibits, trial notebooks and binders
• Assist attorneys with client depositions
• Organize and maintain case files
Requirements
• 3+ years’ experience with general tort, insurance defense, and commercial litigation
• College degree, ABA-approved paralegal certificate, or experience equivalent
• Perform high-quality billable work
• Expertise in assisting attorneys through all phases of litigation
• Possess the ability to prioritize and manage a diverse case load
• Attention to detail and accuracy, and confidentiality
• Possess strong technical and database skills
• Knowledge and experience with discovery and subpoenas
• Understanding of federal, state and local rules of civil procedure
• Electronic document management experience
• Willingness to learn and master new software
• Must have the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dinsmore is seeking a Paralegal at our Miami, FL location who will support multiple attorneys in connection with Tort Litigation.
Responsibilities
• Serve as the main point of contact for all assigned cases
• Handle all tasks associated with document production and distribution for attorneys
• Research medical and legal literature
• Locate and interview medical experts
• Serve as a liaison between law firms, medical experts and other parties
• Prepare medical record chronologies, charts, diagrams, expert witness reports and timelines for use in formulating medical-legal case theories
• Contact Clients and opposing firms regarding examinations under oath and court calendar matters
• Acts as court liaison between judges, court administration, attorneys, and public
• Assist in trial preparation, including organizing and preparing trial exhibits, trial notebooks and binders
• Assist attorneys with client depositions
• Organize and maintain case files
Requirements
• 3+ years’ experience with general tort, insurance defense, and commercial litigation
• College degree, ABA-approved paralegal certificate, or experience equivalent
• Perform high-quality billable work
• Expertise in assisting attorneys through all phases of litigation
• Possess the ability to prioritize and manage a diverse case load
• Attention to detail and accuracy, and confidentiality
• Possess strong technical and database skills
• Knowledge and experience with discovery and subpoenas
• Understanding of federal, state and local rules of civil procedure
• Electronic document management experience
• Willingness to learn and master new software
• Must have the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
Equal Opportunity Employer