PERSONAL INJURY LITIGATION PARALEGAL

About the role

MattLaw® is a team of Tampa area injury lawyers led by Matt Powell, who has protected thousands of victims and their families for over 35 years. MattLaw® protects the most vulnerable of our society, people who can't protect themselves, children, and the elderly. Mothers can't control what the doctors, nurses, and hospitals are doing during the birth of their child, they place their trust in these professionals, and occasionally they are betrayed resulting in a child born with cerebral palsy. Children are unknowing victims of dangerous products, predatory coaches, religious leaders, or unsafe playgrounds. Our elderly are unable to protect themselves in nursing homes that are understaffed or potentially unsafe. We are active in helping to keep kids safe by sponsoring local charity events throughout the Tampa Bay area where we give children free bicycle helmets and other bicycle riding safety equipment.

Responsibilities

• Draft and file legal documents, including motions and discovery requests
• Answer the Request for Production and Interrogatories using the online client answers once the defendants have filed discovery
• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy
• Prepare cases for trial and assist with other aspects of trial preparation to ensure trial readiness
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Monitor and help with discovery when needed
• Aid in ensuring witnesses at trial have everything they need to testify
• Prepare Trial Notebooks, Witness Binders, Evidence Binders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of experience as a plaintiff's personal injury litigation paralegal
• Professional in punctuality and appearance
• Knowledge of personal injury law and litigation procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in word processing, CRM, Email, and Westlaw
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
• Typing skills above 35 wpm

Qualifications

This is a highly coveted position and we will only recruit an A-player. As lawyers, we assist clients at the best times of their lives as well as the worst times of their lives. Our job is to help guide our clients through the legal and litigation process and help them solve their problems in the most fair, efficient, and appropriate way that meets the needs of their lives.

Skills

• Great organizational skills
• Great summary skills
• The ability to get the job done when it comes to crunch time like trial
• Knowledge of personal injury law and litigation procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in word processing, CRM, Email, and Westlaw
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
• Typing skills above 35 wpm

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401K
• Paid Time Off

Pay

$22 / hour Depending on Experience Plus Incentives

Schedule

40 Hours Per Week, 8:30am – 5:00pm

About MattLaw®

MattLaw® is a team of trial lawyers. As a result, we strive to do the hard work that most lawyers avoid. In order to provide excellent service to our clients, litigation paralegals have the demanding job of supporting our clients and the lawyers through proactive, hands-on case management.

Additional Information

Note: High-Achiviers Only. This is a highly coveted position and we will only recruit an A-player. Are you the exception? If so, submit your information and follow the steps to apply. All applications are 100% confidential! We can promise you, it will be one of the greatest experiences of your life.

ABOUT MATTLAW®
TRIAL LAWYER MENTOR TO HIGH-ACHIEVERS
MattLaw® has been in the courtroom helping clients one trial at a time. MattLaw® has learned the techniques of great trial work from the top lawyers around the country. MattLaw® has developed its own proprietary training and mentorship program, written its own case management software, and is constantly improving the art of trying a case. MattLaw® is proud to have started in the Historical Landmark Building known as the Hutchinson House. We are a team of lawyers and paralegals who continue to repeat history with record results and verdicts…. Be The Exception.