Job Description:

Lydecker, a nationwide law firm, seeks a motivated Litigation Paralegal or Litigation Legal Assistant with a minimum of 2 years of experience in defense civil litigation. The prospective applicant should possess a strong work ethic with an emphasis on organization and have a proactive approach to a teamwork environment.This is a hybrid position, candidate must be willing to work in-person to the Brickell office in Miami 4x per week.Job Duties:Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, complaints, legal memorandaE-file all court documents in state and federal courtCommunications with clients, court, counsel, and othersConduct legal research and factual investigationPrepare discovery documents, interrogatories, and responsesDraft and server summonsCoordinate and summarize depositionsPrepare trial binders and exhibitsDrafting pleadings, motions and appellate documents and filing them with the courtPerforming administrative duties (calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics)Maintain pleadings and discovery indexesOrganize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendicesAid attorney with interrogatories and other discovery requestsGather relevant information from a variety of sourcesLiaise between trial teams and internalexternal third partiesWitness preparationAssisting with case settlementsOther tasks as requested by the attorneyWhat We Offer:· Hourly rate depending on depth and years of experience· Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - partially paid by Firm· Voluntary Life and Disability coverage· Voluntary Accident Insurance· Optional Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account· 401k after one calendar year of employment with employer matching· Generous paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being· Collegial work environmentSoftware proficiencies required: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Zoom, and case management softwareCome join our team in Miami!Interested candidates may reply to this posting or email letters of inquires with resumes for immediate and confidential consideration to learn more about Lydecker LLP, please visit our website at or visit LinkedIn #LydeckerCareers #LydeckerLife. Lydecker LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Lydecker is not accepting resumes or inquiries from outside recruitersagencies.##