Class Action and Consumer Fraud Litigation Paralegal (Palm Beach Gardens)

Class Action & Consumer Fraud Litigation Paralegal

Position Overview

An established and growing litigation practice is seeking an experienced Paralegal to support its Class Action and Consumer Fraud Litigation team. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex civil litigation matters involving class actions, consumer protection claims, financial services disputes, and related litigation.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing cases throughout the full litigation lifecycle. This individual will work closely with attorneys on case development, client communications, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and ongoing litigation support while ensuring deadlines and case milestones are met.

This position is well-suited for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and can effectively balance substantive paralegal responsibilities with administrative and organizational support.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of $70,000 - $75,000
• Stable full-time schedule
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile litigation matters
• Collaborative and team-oriented legal environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Case Management & Litigation Support

• Manage assigned cases from initial investigation through resolution.
• Assist attorneys with the evaluation and development of class action, consumer fraud, consumer protection, and complex civil litigation matters.
• Conduct client intake and gather information necessary to evaluate potential claims.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files and records.
• Monitor and calendar court deadlines, hearings, discovery obligations, and filing deadlines.
• Track case progress and proactively follow up on outstanding tasks and documentation.

Drafting & Document Preparation

• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, notices, subpoenas, and other litigation documents under attorney supervision.
• Prepare and maintain case summaries, timelines, exhibits, and supporting litigation materials.
• Assist with state and federal court filings, including electronic filing procedures.
• Review, organize, summarize, and analyze case-related documents and records.
• Support large-scale document productions and discovery management efforts.

Client & Third-Party Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for clients regarding case updates, documentation requests, and outstanding information.
• Coordinate communications with opposing counsel, courts, experts, vendors, and other parties involved in litigation matters.
• Maintain professional and responsive client service throughout the litigation process.

Discovery & Trial Preparation

• Assist attorneys with all phases of discovery.
• Collect, organize, and manage documents and evidence received from clients and third parties.
• Prepare deposition materials, exhibits, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate deposition logistics and scheduling as needed.
• Assist with hearing, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Prepare hearing binders, exhibit binders, deposition binders, and trial notebooks.

Administrative Support

• Organize, scan, copy, and maintain legal documents and correspondence.
• Ensure all incoming and outgoing documents are accurately saved and indexed within the firm's document management system.
• Assist attorneys and legal staff with special projects and administrative tasks as needed.
• Handle confidential and sensitive client information with discretion and professionalism.

Desired Outcomes

• Cases are efficiently managed from intake through resolution.
• Litigation deadlines are consistently met without issue.
• Case files remain organized, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Discovery and document production processes are completed thoroughly and on schedule.
• Attorneys are provided with comprehensive litigation support throughout all phases of a case.
• Clients receive timely communication and excellent service.
• Trial, hearing, and mediation materials are prepared accurately and efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Paralegal , preferably supporting civil litigation matters.
• Experience managing cases throughout the litigation lifecycle.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple active matters simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client-service skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a legal team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and legal case management systems.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to assist with both substantive legal work and administrative responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal Certificate or equivalent combination of education and legal experience.
• Experience supporting:
• Class Action Litigation
• Consumer Fraud Litigation
• Consumer Protection Matters
• Mortgage, Servicing, or Foreclosure Litigation
• Complex Civil Litigation
• Experience with federal court litigation and electronic filing systems.
• Knowledge of banking, financial services, or consumer-related legal matters.
• Experience handling large document collections and document production projects.
• Familiarity with discovery management and litigation support software.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be a highly organized litigation professional who can confidently manage multiple complex matters while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. They will possess strong communication skills, a client-focused mindset, and the ability to support attorneys through every phase of the litigation process. This individual will thrive in a collaborative environment and take ownership of assigned responsibilities while contributing to the overall success of the legal team.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and relevant litigation background.