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General Counsel-Paralegal / Legal Secretary

Biogensys · Tallahassee, FL · 1 wk ago
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We are hiring an Office of General Counsel-Paralegal/Legal Secretary for one of our clients in Tallahassee, FL. Job Description Our client is seeking an experienced Paralegal/Legal Secretary with 3-5 years of legal support experience to provide comprehensive litigation and administrative support to a team of 3-4 attorneys. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Florida court system, experience with court filings, case management, attorney calendar coordination, and litigation support functions. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can effectively manage multiple priorities, communicate with judicial assistants and court personnel, prepare legal documents, and support attorneys throughout the litigation process. Key Responsibilities Provide legal secretarial and administrative support to assigned attorneys.Format, proofread, finalize, type, and electronically file legal documents.Prepare correspondence, pleadings, motions, notices, subpoenas, and other legal documents from drafts and templates.File pleadings, motions, and other court documents with Florida Circuit Courts, DOAH, and other appropriate tribunals.Maintain and organize attorney case files, both electronic and physical.Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, mediations, trials, and client meetings.Coordinate and communicate with Judicial Assistants regarding scheduling and court matters.Assist attorneys with discovery requests, responses, and document production.Prepare exhibits, hearing binders, and case-related documentation.Arrange for service of process and maintain tracking of legal deadlines.Retain and schedule court reporters and obtain hearing and deposition transcripts.Monitor court dockets and case activities.Perform general administrative duties, including answering phones, coordinating travel arrangements, and supporting office operations.Assist with closing case files and records management activities. Required Qualifications 3-5 years of experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Secretary.Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously (3-4 attorneys preferred).Knowledge of Florida court procedures, rules, and electronic filing systems.Experience filing documents with Florida Circuit Courts and the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH).Strong litigation support experience, including discovery, exhibits, and pleadings preparation.Experience communicating with judges' offices and Judicial Assistants.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).Experience using Adobe Acrobat for document preparation and management.Exceptional organizational, time management, and communication skills.Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.Prior experience in a litigation practice environment.Familiarity with court docketing systems and case management software.Experience preparing trial exhibits and hearing materials.Knowledge of e-filing requirements and court deadlines. Skills & Competencies Litigation SupportCourt Filings & E-FilingLegal Document PreparationCase ManagementCalendar ManagementDiscovery CoordinationPleadings & Motion FormattingCourt SchedulingRecords ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteAdobe AcrobatWritten and Verbal CommunicationAttention to DetailMultitasking and Prioritization Education Required; Associates of bachelor's degree Contract Position Requirements The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation by managing court filings, maintaining case files, coordinating schedules, preparing legal documentation, and ensuring compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements. This role demands strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment. Work Hours Monday Friday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Additional Information Dress Code: Appropriate, Semi-Professional Dress AttireWork Environment: Office About Us We are specialized in recruiting and deliver the best professional talent of industry and we are committed to deliver best experience for our clients and job seekers. With over two decades of experience in the recruitment industry, we proudly help you to find the next job that matches your professional skills. Our team understands your needs or requirement before starting the recruitment, that enables to find the high quality of talent with high success rate of talent delivery, keeps us continue to be the best in the industry. By responding to this job posting, you are consenting to receive text/SMS messages from us. Thank you.

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