Litigation Paralegal

LeoForce; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Section 125 FSA

Life/AD&D insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Hybrid schedule after 90 days

Job summary

LeoForce seeks a Litigation Paralegal in Tampa, FL to support a business litigation practice with long-term stability. The role emphasizes a strong litigation background, e-discovery, and meticulous case management across multiple jurisdictions.

Primary duties include drafting documents, managing discovery, and assisting attorneys at trials and hearings. The position offers excellent onboarding and a hybrid schedule after an initial in-office period.

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate or degree required or 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience.
• Deep knowledge of Florida and U.S. District Court procedures and e-discovery.
• Experience across intake, discovery, and trial stages.

Responsibilities

• Meet with attorneys and clients on cases and collect evidence.
• Draft motions, affidavits, and discovery responses.
• Research statutes, case law, and provide written analysis to attorneys.
• Manage discovery including requests, subpoenas, and indexing docs.
• Maintain case files and assist with trial preparation.

Skills

Litigation support

E-discovery

Document drafting

Case management

Legal research

Education

Paralegal Certificate/Degree

Tools

Relativity

Summation

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Tampa,FL, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 per year

Job Details

The firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support its business litigation practice. This role is well suited to an experienced paralegal with a strong litigation background who is looking for long-term stability with a firm that invests in its people - candidates with a history of longevity at prior firms are strongly preferred. This is a business/commercial litigation-focused role, not a personal injury or bodily injury practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals on assigned cases, including evidence collection
• Draft legal documents including motions, affidavits, and discovery
• Research and analyze statutes, regulations, case law, and other legal sources; provide written analysis to attorneys
• Manage all aspects of discovery: drafting and responding to discovery requests and subpoenas, compiling, organizing, and coding/indexing documents
• Prepare, organize, and maintain case files (evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, etc.)
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including attending trials, hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Oversee case file organization and Case Management Spreadsheets, delegating to and supervising department assistants/file clerks as needed

Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate/Degree, or 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience
• In-depth knowledge of Florida and U.S. District Court laws, procedures, and electronic discovery
• Experience across all stages of litigation - intake, discovery, and trial
• E-discovery database and litigation support software experience required (e.g., Relativity, Summation)
• Experience coordinating trial/arbitration logistics, including workspace setup and vendor coordination
• Experience with e-filing and court/administrative agency filings
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills; ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines
• Discretion, sound judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Availability for occasional overtime and travel

A bit about us:

Our client is a diverse, multi-practice commercial law firm with offices across Florida, New York, New Jersey, and Washington, DC, and international affiliates. Founded over 50 years ago, the firm has built a collaborative, growth-oriented culture and has been nationally recognized as one of the best law firms to work for in the U.S. for multiple consecutive years. The firm places genuine emphasis on employee wellbeing, with dedicated committees focused on wellness and mental health, and invests in individualized training to help new hires become experts in the firm's tools and their role.

Why join us?

• Employer-paid base health insurance (100% for employee)
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life/AD&D insurance
• Voluntary short-term disability coverage
• Individualized onboarding and training on firm systems and software
• Hybrid schedule - 3 days in office/2 days remote after initial 90 days in office

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