Litigation Paralegal - On-Site Tampa, Trial Prep & Discovery

St. Denis & Davey PA; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Denis & Davey PA in Tampa, FL is seeking a full-time on-site paralegal to support attorneys through preparing and organizing legal documents, drafting pleadings and discovery, and maintaining case files.

You will conduct legal and factual research, review documents and medical records, assist with trial preparation and court filings, and coordinate with clients, experts, and other parties while managing deadlines and ensuring timely communication within the legal team.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of law and litigation procedures, with focus on defense or related practice areas.
• Strong skills in drafting pleadings, discovery requests/responses, correspondence, and trial materials.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attorneys, clients, courts, and experts.
• Advanced research skills using online databases and factual investigation.
• Document review abilities: analyze case records, summarize evidence, organize materials.
• Paralegal certificate or degree, or equivalent relevant experience in a law firm.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage multiple cases/deadlines, maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize legal documents, draft pleadings and discovery, and maintain case files.
• Conduct legal and factual research; review and summarize documents and medical records.
• Assist with trial preparation and court filings; coordinate with clients, experts, and other parties.
• Manage deadlines and calendars; ensure accurate and timely communication within the team.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Document drafting

Communication

Legal research

Document review

Organization

Independence

Education

Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience

Tools

Legal practice management software

Job description

St. Denis & Davey PA in Tampa, FL is seeking a full-time on-site paralegal to support attorneys through preparing and organizing legal documents, drafting pleadings and discovery, and maintaining case files.

You will conduct legal and factual research, review documents and medical records, assist with trial preparation and court filings, and coordinate with clients, experts, and other parties while managing deadlines and ensuring timely communication within the legal team.