Senior Litigation Paralegal

Ghidotti | Berger LLP, is a certified WBENC organization specializing in representing secured creditors, banks, lenders, investors, and foreclosure trustees in transactional, litigation, and bankruptcy matters. Our team of experienced attorneys practices in federal and state courts across Arizona, California, Florida, Texas, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, Utah and Illinois! With expertise in commercial litigation, real estate, and default services, we are committed to providing exceptional legal solutions to a diverse client base. Join an organization recognized for its dedication to excellence and its diverse and inclusive workplace culture. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Litigation Paralegal who will be responsible for managing and coordinating complex litigation matters, supporting attorneys through advanced legal and factual research, trial preparation, and the drafting of high-quality legal documents and reports. This role also includes mentoring/training junior associates, leading special projects, contributing to departmental initiatives, and serving as a subject-matter resource across the firm. Senior Litigation Paralegals may be assigned matters in any state (9 in-total) or jurisdiction in which the firm practices. Litigation, Trial Preparation & Case Management Take a leadership role in organizing, managing, and maintaining essential case information to support legal and business objectives, including docket management, evidence collection, trial preparation, and ongoing case monitoring. Assist attorneys in all phases of trial preparation, including: Organizing and preparing trial binders and exhibits Managing exhibit lists, witness lists, and deposition designations Coordinating logistics for hearings, trials, and evidentiary proceedings Supporting attorneys during hearings and trial as assigned Maintain and update active case files in the firm’s database and applicable client systems. Calendar and track deadlines, hearings, and key litigation milestones. File pleadings and documents in courts across multiple states and jurisdictions in accordance with applicable rules. Complete service of pleadings and other legal documents as required Legal Research & Document Preparation Conduct advanced legal and factual research, analyze findings, and clearly communicate results to managing attorneys, internal counsel, and clients. Compile, prepare, and summarize relevant materials for use in discovery, trial, and the preparation of complaints, motions, briefs, affidavits, agreements, pretrial memoranda, and other legal documents. Assist attorneys with all aspects of case file management, including research, document production, accuracy reviews, and cost tracking. Lead client communications to build strong working relationships, obtain and provide necessary information, resolve issues, and address business needs. Communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—with attorneys and team members to understand objectives and help execute litigation and trial strategies. Multitask, prioritize, and transition efficiently between competing assignments in a fast-paced environment. Leadership, Process Improvement & Knowledge Sharing Identify opportunities for process improvement, increased efficiency, and staff development within litigation and trial workflows. Foster collaboration by leveraging experience to establish best practices, provide guidance, and share institutional knowledge across departments. Serve as a key resource for legal education, procedural support, issue-spotting, and trial readiness within the litigation team. Additional Responsibilities Perform administrative and project-based tasks as assigned in support of firm and departmental objectives. Qualifications 5+ years of Litigation experience (Required) 3+ years of Foreclosure/Bankruptcy/Creditors Rights Experience (Required) High Attention to Detail and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Work Location Hybrid Role , out of Miami, FL 33161 Ghidotti | Berger LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ghidotti | Berger LLP