Vernis & Bowling is seeking a highly organized, proactive Paralegal with a minimum of 2 years of civil defense experience to join our Pensacola team. We offer a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your case management skills will directly impact our attorneys’ success.
What You Will Do
You will take ownership of the administrative and procedural lifecycle of our civil defense cases. Core responsibilities include:
- Case Management & Filings: Drafting correspondence, pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and notices; managing seamless e-filing and executing the review of e-service and US mail.
- Calendar & Deadline Control: Independently managing deadlines, scheduling, and calendaring court appearances to ensure strict compliance with procedural rules.
- Hearing & Trial Prep: Building hearing binders, preparing exhibits, and executing comprehensive document management. (Note: Direct trial preparation experience is a strong plus).
What You Bring
- Experience: 2+ years of dedicated civil defense paralegal experience.
- Technical Knowledge: Thorough working knowledge of the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure.
- Execution: The proven ability to prioritize efficiently, multi-task, and maintain absolute accuracy under tight court deadlines.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Medical Insurance
- Voluntary Vision and Dental Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan