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ABOUT US

MattLaw® is a team of Tampa area injury lawyers led by Matt Powell, who has protected thousands of victims and their families for over 35 years.

MattLaw® protects the most vulnerable of our society, people who can't protect themselves, children, and the elderly. Mothers can't control what the doctors, nurses, and hospitals are doing during the birth of their child, they place their trust in these professionals, and occasionally they are betrayed resulting in a child born with cerebral palsy. Children are unknowing victims of dangerous products, predatory coaches, religious leaders, or unsafe playgrounds. Our elderly are unable to protect themselves in nursing homes that are understaffed or potentially unsafe. We are active in helping to keep kids safe by sponsoring local charity events throughout the Tampa Bay area where we give children free bicycle helmets and other bicycle riding safety equipment.

ABOUT THE POSITION

SUMMARY: At MattLaw® we pride ourselves as being a law firm of trial lawyers. As a result, we strive to do the hard work that most lawyers avoid. In order to provide excellent service to our clients, litigation paralegals have the demanding job of supporting our clients and the lawyers through proactive, hands-on case management.

Your role is to be the liaison between the attorney and the client regarding processes, scheduling, and updates along the way assisting the attorney with the filing of documents, responding to motions, docketing deadlines and timelines from court, including discovery and anticipating the needs for trial.

This position requires great organizational skills, great summary skills, and the ability to get the job done when it comes to crunch time like trial. Every litigation case has its own quirks and complexities. Preparing demonstrative aids to exhibits to be introduced at trial , to working with the team to draft appropriate responses to expert discovery, Daubert motions, as well as coordinating companion cases that are peripheral to the main litigation cases such as guardianship, probate, bankruptcy, or criminal.

The Personal Injury Litigation Paralegal is not a position for everyone. As lawyers, we assist clients at the best times of their lives as well as the worst times of their lives. Our job is to help guide our clients through the legal and litigation process and help them solve their problems in the most fair, efficient, and appropriate way that meets the needs of their lives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Draft and file legal documents, including motions and discovery requests
Once the defendants have filed discovery, answer the Request for Production and Interrogatories using the online client answers
Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy
Prepare cases for trial and assist with other aspects of trial preparation to ensure trial readiness
Communicate with clients, opposing council, and court personnel
Monitor and help with discovery when needed
Assist in ensuring witnesses at trial have everything they need to testify
Prepare Trial Notebooks, Witness Binders, Evidence Binders

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Paralegal certificate or equivalent work experience
3+ year of experience as a plaintiff’s personal injury litigation paralegal
Professional in punctuality and appearance
Knowledge of personal injury law and litigation procedures
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient word processing, CRM, Email and Westlaw
Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
Typing skills above 35 wpm

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, 401k matching, and paid time off. If you are a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for providing excellent customer service and client satisfaction, we would love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Compensation: $22.00 per hour

About Us

MattLaw® is a personal injury law firm in Tampa who has been representing injured victims and their families for over 35 years. Attorney Matt Powell opened his personal injury practice in Tampa in 1989. Matt is a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer by the Florida Bar who graduated with honors from Florida State University College of Law. After graduating from law school, Matt worked for an insurance defense firm for six months. During that time he learned about how insurance companies process personal injury cases and treat their insureds. He did not like the way insurance companies operated and decided to become a plaintiff personal injury lawyer. Matt is an aggressive trial lawyer who is extremely skilled in the courtroom and knowledgeable about the litigation process.

Mission Statement:

At MattLaw®, our mission is to utilize our unique blend of extensive legal expertise, technological innovation, and unparalleled litigation experience to ensure every client receives the legal representation and recovery they deserve.

Vision Statement:

Our vision is to help more people and families get back to where they would be, if not for the negligence of others, by creating efficient ways of problem solving through technology.

Core Values:

Innovation – Extreme dedication to technology that finds better solutions and can meet new challenges.
Knowledge and Expertise – We not only possess the information necessary to win, but understand how to use it.
Dedication to Winning – “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing. (Vince Lombardi)
Strong Advocacy and Impact – Supporting worthy issues and truly making a difference!

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