What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Paralegal position at San Rafael?
We are seeking a skilled Senior Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our thriving boutique law firm in St. Petersburg, FL. Specializing in business, real estate, and commercial litigation, our firm is grounded in the values of stability, teamwork, and a dedicated commitment to financial growth.
Located in the vibrant heart of downtown St. Petersburg, our dynamic team fosters a family-like environment. If you are a seasoned professional looking for an exciting opportunity, we invite you to join our team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Take complete ownership of litigation case management.
- Independently manage timing and action plans for completing department functions.
- Manage court deadlines, calendars, and hearings to ensure timely filing adherence by attorneys and the team.
- Transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and reports from rough draft or dictation.
- Maintain manual records and filing systems, including electronic systems (E-filing), understanding requirements of both state and federal regulations.
- Operate standard office equipment, including personal computers, copiers, scanners, filing systems, and telephones.
- Prepare and edit various legal documents, including letters, memoranda, briefs, pleadings, agreements, contracts, and presentations, utilizing MS Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, and Relativity for e-discovery.
- Review completed documents thoroughly for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting.
- Open new files, prepare and collect conflict of interest checks, and maintain client and general files.
- Proactively prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents ahead of need.
WHY JOIN US?
- Growing stable practice offering opportunities for advancement.
- Small family-like team in a beautifully located office in downtown St. Petersburg, FL.
- Free parking with easy access to the office and various amenities and activities nearby!
REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 5 years of litigation and case management experience.
- 3 years of Commercial Real Estate experience, including, but not limited to, purchase and sale agreements and leasing.
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills; ability to complete tasks under time constraints.
SALARY, BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- $60,000 - $75,000 per year (Negotiable based on experience)
- Monday to Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 100% Health Insurance Coverage
- Paid time off, sick, and vacation
- 401k program offered after 1 year of employment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Travel requirement:
- No travel
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- General & commercial litigation: 5 years (Preferred)
- Real estate law: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Saint Petersburg, FL 33701: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000
