The Cook Group is a law firm with offices in New York City, Chicago, St. Louis, Buffalo, Philadelphia, and Fort Lauderdale. We are a nationally ranked law firm, distinguished in our commitment to client service with formidable legal talent across multiple jurisdictions and disciplines. Within our walls are several of the nation's most top-rated female attorneys as recognized by Thomson Reuters' Super Lawyers 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023. The Cook Group is a LGBTQIA+ friendly, minority and women-owned law firm dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the practice of law while providing our clients with more modern, efficient, and effective legal representation. Our professional staff plays a key role in the firm’s continued growth and success, and we look forward to adding proactive and motivated members to our team. The firm offers a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and individual achievement. If you are looking for a firm where you can work with a team that truly enjoys practicing law, take independent responsibility for case progression and grow your skills, this could be the firm you have been looking for.
Our recruiting efforts are focused on individuals who have a thorough understanding of the law and our practice areas, superb communication skills, and those who thrive in a fast-paced, challenging work environment.
Duties and Requirements:
- We are seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to join our team in our Fort Lauderdale office.
- Must have at least 2 – 3 years of litigation experience.
- The ideal candidate must be organized and willing to showcase their legal skills and talent in a rewarding and fast-paced environment.
- Must be eager to help litigate cases and manage clients in our team-oriented practice.
- A self-starter, receptive to feedback and taking direction but also self-motivated to meet goals in a timely manner.
- Superb writing and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, organizational, and time-management skills.
- Ability to perform all aspects of the position satisfactorily while working independently and in a team-oriented environment.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a collaborative and supportive work environment. If you have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301