Paralegal

The Florida Bar

. Provides support to Bar counsel .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeTallahassee • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $54,520 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal research, drafting pleadings, and understanding Bar Disciplinary Procedures. Proficient in using Adobe Acrobat and MS Word, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Paralegal ExperienceLegal ResearchDrafting PleadingsKnowledge of Bar Disciplinary ProceduresAdobe Acrobat

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchDrafting PleadingsKnowledge of Rules of Civil ProcedurePreparation of Public Record ReviewsLegal CommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsADA ComplianceFile ReviewTrial Preparation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationIndependent WorkTactful ManagementPrioritizationResponsibility

Tools & Technologies

Adobe AcrobatMS Word

Certifications & Qualifications

Florida Registered ParalegalCertified Legal AssistantJuris Doctorate

Industry Keywords

Bar Disciplinary ProceduresThe Rules Regulating The Florida BarE-Verify

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides support to Bar counsel
Prepares pleadings
Conducts legal research
Assists in investigations and file reviews
Assists in trial preparation
Assists in preparation and submission of public record reviews
Assists in special projects
Prepares and submits monthly memos
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completion of an accredited paralegal/legal course of study (proof required at interview)
Juris Doctorate will substitute for the required education
Four (4) years of paralegal/legal assistant experience, or certification as a Florida Registered Paralegal or Certified Legal Assistant, or Juris Doctorate
Knowledge of Bar Disciplinary Procedures
Knowledge of Rules of Civil Procedure
Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
Conducting legal and internet research
Drafting and preparation of pleadings
Written legal communication
MS Word
Ability to think logically and solve problems effectively
Ability to carry out directions
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Ability to think and work independently and responsibly
Ability to tactfully manage difficult situations
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing
Ability to interpret TFB policies and procedures
Ability to learn The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
Ability to create ADA compliant forms and documents using Adobe
Ability to sit for long periods of time, hear and converse over the telephone, and key/work frequently on a computer
Ability to lift 5 to 10 lbs
This organization participates in E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits package
Employer paid pension contribution
Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)