Senior Defense Litigation Paralegal

Peak Elevation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services firm in Tampa is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to support attorneys in financial services litigation. The role requires minimum 7 years of defense litigation experience, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of court procedures. Responsibilities include managing case documents, drafting legal documents, and assisting with trial preparations. If you are detail-oriented and have superior communication skills, we want to hear from you. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of litigation paralegal experience on the defense side.
• Detail-oriented with strong proofreading skills.
• Ability to travel locally and nationwide as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide invaluable assistance to attorneys throughout the litigation process.
• Conduct pre-claim investigations to draft legal documents.
• Manage hard copy and electronic case documents.

Skills

Proactive case management

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of federal and state court procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree with ABA paralegal certification

Florida Registered Paralegal

Associate/Bachelors degree in Paralegal studies

Tools

Lexis

Westlaw

Job description

A leading legal services firm in Tampa is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal to support attorneys in financial services litigation. The role requires minimum 7 years of defense litigation experience, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of court procedures. Responsibilities include managing case documents, drafting legal documents, and assisting with trial preparations. If you are detail-oriented and have superior communication skills, we want to hear from you. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are available.