Litigation Paralegal

the Opportunity; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

the Opportunity in Tampa, FL is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its team. This full-time role supports attorneys handling complex civil litigation matters and requires 6+ years of hands-on experience.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing cases across the litigation lifecycle, including discovery, depositions, and trial preparation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on litigation-paralegal experience.
• Knowledge of State and Federal court procedures and filing requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document/case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys with all phases of litigation from case initiation through discovery, deposition, trial preparation, and resolution.
• Review, organize, maintain, and manage case files and supporting documentation.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, interrogatories, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate the collection, review, organization, and production of documents for discovery.
• Monitor court deadlines and assist with State and Federal court filings.
• Maintain accurate and organized case records while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Skills

Litigation

Case management

Legal drafting

Discovery

Deposition prep

Education

Associate's Degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal document management systems

Job description

Litigation Paralegal

Location: Tampa, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 6+ Years of Litigation Paralegal Experience

About the Opportunity

A well-established national law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its Tampa office. This position will support attorneys handling complex civil litigation matters and is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented paralegal who is comfortable managing cases in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have 6+ years of hands-on litigation experience, strong knowledge of court procedures and filings, and experience supporting matters throughout the litigation lifecycle.

What You'll Do

• Support attorneys with all phases of litigation, from case initiation through discovery, deposition, trial preparation, and resolution
• Review, organize, maintain, and manage case files and supporting documentation
• Draft and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, interrogatories, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Coordinate the collection, review, organization, and production of documents for discovery
• Perform case-related research and assist attorneys with gathering relevant information
• Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and other involved parties
• Assist with deposition preparation, including organizing exhibits, documents, and witness materials
• Support pre-trial investigations and preparation of witnesses for depositions and trial
• Prepare trial exhibits, witness binders, demonstrative evidence, and other materials for hearings and trials
• Calendar and coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, deadlines, and other case-related meetings
• Monitor court deadlines and assist with State and Federal court filings
• Maintain accurate and organized case records while managing multiple priorities and deadlines

What We're Looking For

• 6+ years of relevant paralegal experience with a strong litigation focus
• Experience supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process
• Knowledge of State and Federal court procedures and filing requirements
• Strong experience drafting and preparing litigation-related documents
• Experience with discovery, depositions, and trial preparation
• Associate's Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies preferred
• First-party property insurance litigation experience is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document/case management systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize multiple cases, deadlines, and competing responsibilities
• Stable professional work history and verifiable references

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation package based on experience along with comprehensive benefits and a professional, collaborative working environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.