Litigation Paralegal

Barnes Trial Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Retirement Plan

PTO

Life Insurance paid by employer

Long Term Disability paid by employer

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program paid by;em

Earned Wage Access

Job summary

Barnes Trial Group is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with 3+ years of litigation experience to support cases from filing through trial under an attorney's guidance. This onsite role requires strong organization, independence, and the ability to handle a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.

Typical duties include drafting pleadings and discovery, coordinating depositions, and maintaining meticulous case files.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation experience is required.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities are essential.
• Ability to manage client communications and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Verbal and written communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff.
• Schedule depositions, hearings, and related events; coordinate trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence.
• Assist with case management from filing through trial under attorney supervision.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Client communication

Case management

Organization

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

FileVine

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Litigation Paralegal

Attorney 2 - AR Full Time Tampa, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1007

Salary Range: $33.00 To $40.00 Hourly

Barnes Trial Group is seeking a Litigation Paralegal with 3+ years litigation experience to join our team. Duties starting from complaint filing through trial under the guidance and supervision of an attorney. Applicant must be able to work independently, be able to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, and stay organized. This position does entail all aspects of case managing.

This position includes but is not limited to:

• Verbal and written communication with clients, opposing counsel, judicial assistants, judges
• Requesting and reviewing medical records and bills.
• Scheduling depositions, hearings, and other case related events.
• Drafting and answering initial, expert, and subsequent discovery and responses
• Drafting complaints, pleadings, motions and correspondence
• Frequent communication with opposing counsel and court administration
• Organizing and reviewing files for accuracy
• Trial preparation including exhibit binders, trial box materials, and demonstrative aids
• Hearing and deposition preparation
• Working in a busy, fast-paced environment

Preference given to candidates who possess experience in Plaintiff Civil Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation, Legal education, and experience with FileVine case management software.

This is an onsite, in office position. Our office hours are Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM and Friday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, but start time is flexible depending on what works best for you personally. Start time can be as early as 7:00 AM and as late as 8:30 AM. Some after-hours and weekend work may be required during trial weeks. *Flexible schedule allows for working four days a week (Monday - Thursday) and to have Fridays off.

Competitive benefits offered, including:

• 100% premium for medical insurance paid by the employer with buy up options.
• 401K Retirement Plan
• PTO
• Life Insurance paid by employer
• Long Term Disability paid by employer
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program paid by employer
• Earned Wage Access

Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hours/week)

Pay: Hourly based on experience

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Preferred)
• Paralegal: 3 years+ (Required)
• Personal Injury Litigation: 3 years+ (Required)