Paralegal jobs in Gainesville, FL

Paralegal assists and supports attorneys with research and document preparation for court proceedings and legal transactions. Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes to research and analyze legal topics. Being a Paralegal drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, and contracts. Conducts fact-finding, data collection, and analysis used to prepare statements and arguments. Additionally, Paralegal assists attorneys with depositions, interviews, discovery, and investigations. Manages, organizes, and archives documents with software tools and technology. Applies specialized legal terminology appropriately in documents. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to an attorney. The Paralegal work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Paralegal typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Paralegal
  • CDS
  • Ocala, FL FULL_TIME
  • Customer Driven Staffing is a privately owned staffing firm operating in Florida for more than 20 years. We provide an extensive sourcing, recruiting, and related service to the clerical, industrial, manufacturing, hospitality, and construction market. Our Company seeks a motivated & dedicated Paralegal that thrives in challenging and demanding working environments.

    Paralegals work directly with our attorneys to assist them with ongoing cases and prepare them for depositions, mediations and hearings if needed. In addition, they conduct fact-finding projects and are responsible for maintaining all case files. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet our clients’ needs. In return you will get the opportunity to work with a great, hard-working team where you will expand your skills and knowledge within the industry. Salary offered commensurate with experience.

    Job Type: Full Time

    Schedule: 8am-5pm

    Pay Rate: $25-$30/hr DOE

    Essential Job Functions

    · Maintain calendar deadlines

    · Schedule depositions, pre-depositions, meetings, mediations, hearings

    · Document management using Microsoft Outlook, Aderant Total Office, Word, WordPerfect, Excel, Adobe

    · E-file legal documents in Florida’s E-Portal System

    · Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, mediations, hearings, and conferences.

    · Draft legal court documents, such as pleadings, petitions, motions, affidavits and subpoenas.

    · Send out correspondence to parties/non-parties via email, regular mail, or certified mail.

    · Communicate with clients.

    · Perform additional duties as required by Attorneys.

    Experience/Requirements

    · Experience Required in First and Third Party Insurance Disputes, Products Liability, Pre-Suit Support, Employment/ Labor Law including Employment Discrimination

    · At least 2 years of working experience as a paralegal or in legal services in a law firm setting

    · Experience e-filing

    · Ability to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment

    · Ability to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently

    · Possess excellent organization skills and be able to multitask and prioritize workload

    · Team-oriented

    Customer Driven Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift

    Work Location: In person

  • 3 Days Ago

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Paralegal
  • Hightower & Hightower, P.A.
  • Ocala, FL FULL_TIME
  • Hightower & Hightower, P.A. is a plaintiff’s law firm that has been fighting for accident victim justice since 1976, and is seeking an experienced Workers’ Compensation Paralegal. Paralegals work dire...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Litigation Paralegal
  • Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
  • Ocala, FL FULL_TIME
  • Summary We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. As a Litigation Paralegal you will work closely with our talented attorneys providing support before, during and after tria...
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Paralegal specialist
  • State of Florida
  • Palatka, FL FULL_TIME
  • Requisition No : 826009 Agency : Children and Families Working Title : PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60932397 Pay Plan : Temp Position Number : 60932397 Salary : Agency to update Posting Closing Date : 0...
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PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS
  • The State of Florida
  • Palatka, FL FULL_TIME
  • Requisition No: 826009 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60932397 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 60932397 Salary: Agency to update Posting Closing Date: 04/05/20...
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PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60932397
  • State of Florida
  • PALATKA, FL FULL_TIME
  • Requisition No: 826009 Agency: Children and Families Working Title: PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60932397 Pay Plan: Temp Position Number: 60932397 Salary: Agency to update Posting Closing Date: 04/05/20...
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Physical Therapist | PT | REHB (Contract)
  • Favorite Healthcare Staffing
  • Gainesville, FL
  • Job DescriptionJob Description At Favorite Healthcare Staffing, we aspire to learn what thrills you about being a health...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Local Contract Nurse RN - Case Management - $45-46 per hour
  • PRN Healthcare
  • Gainesville, FL
  • Custom Healthcare Solutions is seeking a local contract nurse RN Case Management for a local contract nursing job in Gai...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Contract Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN )
  • Palatka Center For Rehabilitation And Healing
  • Palatka, FL
  • Palatka Center for Rehabilitation & Healing is now hiring Licensed Practical Nurses ( LPNs ) for our 7p- 7a shift who ar...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Local Contract Nurse RN - Telemetry - $43-51 per hour
  • Adventist Health
  • Gainesville, FL
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA is seeking a local contract nurse RN Telemetry for a local contract nursing job in G...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Local Contract Nurse RN - Orthopedics - $43-51 per hour
  • Adventist Health
  • Gainesville, FL
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA is seeking a local contract nurse RN Orthopedics for a local contract nursing job in...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Local Contract Respiratory Therapist - $36-42 per hour
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Gainesville, FL
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA is seeking a local contract Respiratory Therapist for a local contract job in Gaines...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist - Travel Contract
  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Ocala, FL
  • Pay up to $1784 per week We're seeking a full time Physical Therapist to provide expert physical therapy to patients wit...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Contract LCSW or LMHC in home Geriatric Psychotherapy
  • NORTH FLORIDA ASSESSMENT AND COUNSELING
  • Gainesville, FL
  • Job Description Job Description North Florida Assessment and Counseling is hiring. Looking for great contract work, eith...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Gainesville is located at 29°39'55" North, 82°20'10" West (29.665245, −82.336097), which is roughly the same latitude as Houston, Texas. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 62.4 square miles (161.6 km2), of which 61.3 square miles (158.8 km2) is land and 1.1 square miles (2.8 km2) is water. The total area is 1.74% water. Gainesville's tree canopy is both dense and species rich, including broadleaf evergreens, conifers, and deciduous species; the city has been recognized by the National Arbor Day Foundation every year since 1982 as a "Tree City, USA". Gain...
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Income Estimation for Paralegal jobs
$78,192 to $96,850
Gainesville, Florida area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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