Legal Assistant or Paralegal - Litigation - Temporary or Temp-to Hire

Legal Search Solutions, LLC; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Search Solutions, LLC is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant or Litigation Paralegal to support its litigation team on-site in South Florida. This long-term temporary role offers potential for permanent placement and requires strong attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of litigation experience, familiarity with Florida procedures and e-filing, and the ability to manage attorney calendars, discovery, and trial preparation in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of litigation experience in a law firm.
• Familiarity with Florida court procedures and electronic filing systems.
• Experience managing attorney calendars and case deadlines.
• Knowledge of discovery and general litigation procedures.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, filing, and managing pleadings and court documents via Florida e-filing portals.
• Maintaining attorney calendars and coordinating hearings, depositions, mediations, and deadlines.
• Assisting with discovery, including drafting requests and organizing productions.
• Drafting legal correspondence and other litigation documents.
• Managing case files through all stages of litigation, from inception to trial.
• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors.
• Assisting with trial prep, including exhibits and witness materials.
• Updating case management systems and handling admin duties.

Skills

Litigation experience

Florida court procedures

E-filing familiarity

Calendar management

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Tools

Legal case management software

Job description

Paralegal or Legal Assistant Litigation

Long-Term Temporary / Temp-to-Hire

On-Site – South Florida

Legal Search Solutions is working with a respected South Florida law firm seeking an experienced Legal Assistant or Litigation Paralegal to support its litigation team. This is an on-site opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional interested in a long-term assignment with the potential to transition into a permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, filing, and managing pleadings and other court documents through Florida e-filing portals
• Maintaining attorney calendars and coordinating hearings, depositions, mediations, and court deadlines
• Assisting with discovery, including drafting discovery requests, preparing responses, and organizing document productions
• Drafting legal correspondence and other litigation-related documents
• Managing case files and providing support throughout all stages of litigation, from case inception through trial
• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and outside vendors
• Assisting with trial preparation, including exhibits, binders, and witness materials
• Updating case management systems and handling related administrative duties

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of litigation experience in a law firm
• Familiarity with Florida court procedures and electronic filing systems
• Experience managing attorney calendars, court deadlines, and litigation schedules
• Working knowledge of discovery and general litigation procedures
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment

This is a great opportunity to join an established law firm in a professional, collaborative setting, with the possibility of permanent employment for the right candidate.