City of Plant City
Paralegal - #2181
Lawyer Regulation | Tampa, FL branch office
Minimum starting salary $56,700.55 with an excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Must submit (attach) a legal writing sample to the application.
Summary function Provides support to bar counsel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Pleading preparation.
Conducting legal research.
Assisting in investigations and file reviews.
Assisting in trial preparation.
Assisting in preparation and submission of public record reviews.
Assisting in special projects and preparation and submission of monthly memos.
Other duties as assigned.
Required minimum education Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study (proof required at interview). Juris Doctorate will substitute for this education.
Required minimum professional work experience Four (4) years of paralegal/legal assistant experience or certified as a Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant or Juris Doctorate.
Knowledge
Bar Disciplinary Procedures
Rules of Civil Procedure
Adobe Acrobat
Skills
Conducting legal research
Drafting and preparation of pleadings
Written legal communication
Critical thinking
MS Word
Abilities
Think logically and solve problems effectively
Carry out directions
Organize and prioritize workThink and work independently and responsibly
Tactfully manage difficult situations
Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing
Interpret TFB policies and procedures
Learn The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
Create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe
Sit for long periods of time, hear and converse over the telephone, and key/work frequently on a computer
Lift 5 to 10 lbs.
Please notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.
EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Non-Exempt position.
This position is an in-office position, located in Tampa, Florida and is not a remote position.
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Minimum starting salary $56,700.55 with an excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Must submit (attach) a legal writing sample to the application.
Summary function Provides support to bar counsel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Pleading preparation.
Conducting legal research.
Assisting in investigations and file reviews.
Assisting in trial preparation.
Assisting in preparation and submission of public record reviews.
Assisting in special projects and preparation and submission of monthly memos.
Other duties as assigned.
Required minimum education Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study (proof required at interview). Juris Doctorate will substitute for this education.
Required minimum professional work experience Four (4) years of paralegal/legal assistant experience or certified as a Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant or Juris Doctorate.
Knowledge
Bar Disciplinary Procedures
Rules of Civil Procedure
Adobe Acrobat
Skills
Conducting legal research
Drafting and preparation of pleadings
Written legal communication
Critical thinking
MS Word
Abilities
Think logically and solve problems effectively
Carry out directions
Organize and prioritize workThink and work independently and responsibly
Tactfully manage difficult situations
Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing
Interpret TFB policies and procedures
Learn The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
Create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe
Sit for long periods of time, hear and converse over the telephone, and key/work frequently on a computer
Lift 5 to 10 lbs.
Please notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.
EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Non-Exempt position.
This position is an in-office position, located in Tampa, Florida and is not a remote position.
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