Litigation Paralegal

Role Overview: A well-established litigation firm in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant / Paralegal to primarily support a senior litigator, with some additional support for other litigators as needed. This is not an entry-level role. The ideal candidate brings meaningful prior litigation experience and can contribute immediately without requiring extensive training from scratch. This is a substantive, litigation-focused position supporting a practice that is heavily contract-oriented and document-intensive. The work involves significant discovery and drafting responsibilities. Paralegals in this practice are treated as true litigation partners and are expected to operate at a high level—often functioning as “unlicensed lawyers.” While the role is primarily litigation-focused, it also touches on transactional matters, including M&A and real estate transactions. Practice Mix Business litigation Construction litigation (~20% of the practice) M&A and real estate transactions

Key Responsibilities: Draft and assist with motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and discovery responses Manage discovery-heavy and document-intensive cases Prepare thoughtful, case-specific discovery ( no canned interrogatories ) Coordinate and calendar depositions, hearings, mediations, and deadlines Maintain strong follow-up on case activity and deadlines Assist with trial preparation and litigation support Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnel Maintain organized electronic and physical case files Systems & Tools iManage (document management) Aderant (ATO) and Tabs for billing and timekeeping

Ideal Candidate Profile: Significant prior litigation experience as a paralegal or legal assistant Strong drafting skills and comfort handling substantive legal work Experience with discovery and complex civil litigation Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Preference for candidates with a stable work history Schedule & Compensation In-office for approximately the first 6 months to allow for onboarding and integration Transitional to a hybrid schedule (2 days remote per week) thereafter Base salary approximately $90,000, depending on experience Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal assistant or paralegal who wants meaningful responsibility, close collaboration with senior litigators, and long-term growth in a professional firm environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.