Paralegal - First Party Property (Florida)

Derrevere Stevens Black & Cozad has an exciting opportunity to join their First Party/Third Party Practice Group as a Paralegal. This position can be in office, hybrid or 100% work-from-home and will utilize cutting-edge legal technology. The successful candidate will be asked to assist in all phases of the litigation process and have the following experience and skills:

• Minimum of 10 years litigation experience in a law office


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of managing deadlines, and can take initiative on following up on tasks.


• Competent and proficient in Microsoft Work, Excel, and Adobe


• Prior experience in transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying and transmitting documents, and coordinating case preparation


• Prior experience in drafting legal documents including standardized pleadings, letters, and reports


• Maintaining attorney calendars by planning and scheduling conferences, teleconferences and court hearings, recording and monitoring court appearance dates, pleadings, and filing requirements


• Working knowledge of Florida court procedures and eService


• Proficient in e-filing, scheduling couriers, court reporters, expert witnesses, and other special functions


• Maintaining litigation files in a computer-based filing index.


• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced evolving environment and be a team player

We offer an excellent benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a match.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Salary range is commensurate with experience.

All inquiries will remain confidential.