Paralegal - Insurance Defense - IN OFFICE in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida at ZINOBER DIANA P A

We are a growing firm looking for a Paralegal for our Fort Lauderdale office. The Paralegal will perform a variety of legal duties. Major duties include providing comprehensive and efficient administrative and secretarial support, preparing and editing correspondence and legal documents, and maintaining electronic files. The Firm strives to produce the highest quality of work in a friendly, team-oriented work environment.

Qualified candidates must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, initiative, flexibility, organizational skills, client service skills and the ability to be proactive. Qualified candidates must also possess mastery of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as electronic document management systems. The ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks based on business needs is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys in drafting, proofreading, and editing various documents for correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, format and content, including pleadings, discovery, and correspondenceCommunicating with others via telephone and email, and handle routine questions from clients and team members in a timely fashionAssist with the organization of client materials and attorney work product within the Firm’s document management systemPerform administrative duties, such as client file management, general correspondence, expense reports, check requests, etc.Efficiently and thoroughly use all Firm software necessary used in the course of firm businessSchedule appointments and meetings and keep/maintain calendars for the candidate’s team of attorneys (typically 2 attorneys per LAA)

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent communication skills – written and oralStrong organizational and time management skillsDetail and Client-service orientedAbility to work and thrive in a team environmentAdvanced knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint with aptitude to learn other systems/programsAbility to file documents in Florida CourtsAdvanced Adobe professional and Adobe AcrobatStrong analytical skillsAbility to multi-task, work well under pressure, and meet deadlinesEffectively communicate and work with clients and members of other law firms

Educational/Job Experience Requirements:

High school diploma from an accredited institutionThree (3) years of law firm experience preferredAvailability for overtime as needed