Paralegal

Barakat + Bossa is a prominent law firm located in Coral Gables, FL, specializing in comprehensive legal services in commercial litigation, corporate transactions, real estate, and factoring. Our culture thrives on diversity, with a dynamic international team hailing from every continent. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and integrity, fostering an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and open communication.

About the job

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Litigation Paralegal to become an integral part of our trial teams, overseeing the coordination of all aspects before, during, and after trial proceedings.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting various phases of the litigation process, including conducting interviews, performing legal research, filing documents, and attending trials.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct thorough pre-claim investigations, legal research, and initial case assessments.

Draft pleadings, motions, appellate documents, and ensure their timely filing with the court.

Manage administrative duties such as calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, and oversee logistics.

Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes efficiently.

Assist attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests.

Gather relevant information from diverse sources.

Act as a liaison between trial teams and internal/external third parties.

Assist in voir dire, jury selection, and witness preparation.

Provide support for case settlements.

Organize and maintain all case files and documentation, manage electronic databases and physical files, track important deadlines, and ensure that all case materials are available and in order for attorneys.

Coordinate the exchange of information between parties during the discovery phase, including collecting documents, scheduling depositions, preparing deposition summaries, and managing discovery timelines.

Assist attorneys in preparing for trials by organizing exhibits, preparing trial binders, coordinating witness testimony, and aiding in courtroom presentations.

Track billable hours and assist with the creation of billing reports to ensure accurate invoicing of clients.

Paralegals are essential to the efficient and effective operation of our firm, requiring strong organizational, research, and communication skills. They must have a thorough understanding of legal terminology and procedures. Although they are not licensed attorneys and do not represent clients in court, provide legal advice, or set fees, their contribution is vital to the functionality of the legal our team.

Qualifications:

Proven working experience as a Litigation Paralegal.

In-depth knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules and procedures, and legal practices.

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Strong writing and communication skills, coupled with keen attention to detail.

Extensive expertise in computer applications and databases.

Possession of a Paralegal associate degree or other relevant certification.

If you meet these qualifications and are enthusiastic about contributing to a dynamic legal team, we invite you to apply.

If you are a highly skilled Paralegal looking to take the next step in your career with a thriving firm, please submit your resume, a cover letter, and any relevant work samples to

We are an equal opportunity Employer and committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Barakat + Bossa are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status or genetic information, among other protected bases.

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