Litigation Paralegal at Morgan & Morgan, P.A.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Research, Document Preparation, Client Communication, E-filing, Discovery Preparation, Trial Preparation, Attention to Detail, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Interrogatories, Deposition Coordination, Case Settlements, Witness Preparation

Industry

Legal Services

Description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People. At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 3,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People. Summary This role will work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant. Successful candidates will be responsible for areas including but not limited to the following. Responsibilities Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda E-file all court documents in state and federal court Communicate with clients, courts, counsel, and others Conduct legal research and factual investigation Prepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responses Draft and serve summons Coordinate and summarize depositions Prepare trial binders and exhibits with legal assistant Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate documents to file with the court Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices Aid Attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests Gather relevant information from a variety of sources Liaise between trial teams and internal and external third parties Help with witness preparation Help with case settlements Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business Qualification Associate’s Degree, certificate, or equivalent work experience Completion of a nationally accredited paralegal program (preferred) Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party, Medical Malpractice or other injury related practice areas (preferred) At least 2 years of working experience as a litigation paralegal or in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting Ability to multitask, organize, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as attention to detail #LI-EM1 Benefits Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays. Equal Opportunity Statement Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. E-Verify This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form. Privacy Policy Here is a link to Morgan & Morgan's privacy policy.

Responsibilities

The Litigation Paralegal will work closely with a lead attorney and legal assistant, preparing legal documents and e-filing court documents. They will also conduct legal research, communicate with clients and courts, and assist in trial preparation.