Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence.
Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation.
With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.
Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search is seeking an experienced product liability paralegal to join our client's firm in Miami, FL.
Their paralegals play a vital role on our case teams and are respected for their ideas and contributions.
Responsibilities: Prepare, edit, and proofread a variety of documents (correspondence, agreements, and pleadings).
Work with attorneys to keep litigation advancing in each case; including taking the initiative to regularly update team members on the status of cases and quickly alerting attorneys to important client and case needs.
Assist attorneys with discovery, including discovery requests, depositions, and issuing subpoenas.
Assist with document review and analysis through various platforms.
Manage electronic case files using a document management system (iManage) to ensure information is organized and easy to locate.
Prepare for trial (including compiling trial materials, coordinating witnesses, preparing and issuing trial subpoenas, preparing and managing exhibits, and attending trial).
Qualifications: Meticulous, diligent, personable, and highly motivated Capable of responding quickly and positively to shifting demands and opportunities Able to anticipate challenges and exercise independent judgment to make sound decisions and take effective action Deliver high-quality work products and take ownership, responsibility, and accountability Comfortable with learning new technology and processes Ability to travel nationwide to attend trial Must be familiar with and able to follow client billing guidelines, enter and record accurate billing entries Ability to lift 30 lbs (files and boxes) Education and Experience: A Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience 4+ years law firm experience Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; firm-paid life, disability, and long-term care insurance, domestic partner benefits; a generous paid time off policy; retirement savings plan with employer profit sharing contributions; nine paid holidays; well-being programs and activities; a 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling; and more!
We enjoy a casual atmosphere and attire.