Jr. Paralegal
Jr. Paralegal
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Junior Paralegal
Greenberg Traurig (GT) a global law firm with locations across the world in 15 countries has an exciting employment opportunity for you. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package along with the opportunity to work within an innovative and collaborative environment.
Join our General Counsels Team as a Junior Paralegal located in our Miami office.
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced high-volume environment. The ideal candidate is smart self-motivated and eager to learn. This position requires someone who can work independently while providing consistent support to a busy team. Strong communication organization and reliability are essential in supporting legal professionals effectively and contributing to the overall success of the department. If youre proactive collaborative and looking to build a meaningful career in a professional services environment we encourage you to apply.
This role will be based in our Miami office on an in-office basis. Regular in-office presence is required for day-to-day operations as well as for team meetings training opportunities and relationship building. This role reports to Susan Tarbe Deputy General Counsel.
Position Summary
TheJunior Paralegalwill provide assistance to General Counsel attorneys and paralegals primarily in the area of discovery.
Key Responsibilities
Works with extranet sites downloading data and storing files using established naming conventions.
Creates Excel spreadsheets for sorting and understanding data.
Proofreads briefs and other legal documents.
Drafts routine correspondence/memoranda.
Maintains case and document databases updates files.
Basic document review and light research.
Factual research and development utilizing electronic research tools and in some cases working with vendors.
Assists with practice department activities/project work assignments as needed and performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
Must possess exceptional technology skills including Microsoft Office database and internet research skills and provide excellent client service.
Must have strong organization administrative and communication skills.
English proficiency is required (both written and verbal); Spanish proficiency is a plus.
Must be a critical thinker dependable able to work at a fast pace and a team player.
Must be able to strictly adhere to confidentiality requirements.
Full time position (40 hours per week 9am - 6pm) with flexibility for overtime required.
Education & Prior Experience
Bachelors degree is preferred.
Two years of Law firm experience is preferred.
Technology
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required (Word and Outlook 2010; Windows 10 preferred).
Experience with Relativity software and electronic discovery is a plus.
GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individuals race sex or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
