Litigation Paralegal

Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr Additional compensation types Annual Bonus Role Overview A well-established litigation firm in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant / Paralegal to primarily support a senior litigator, with some additional support for other litigators as needed. This is not an entry-level role . The ideal candidate brings meaningful prior litigation experience and can contribute immediately without requiring extensive training from scratch. This is a substantive, litigation-focused position supporting a practice that is heavily contract-oriented and document-intensive . The work involves significant discovery and drafting responsibilities. Paralegals in this practice are treated as true litigation partners and are expected to operate at a high level—often functioning as “unlicensed lawyers.” While the role is primarily litigation-focused, it also touches on transactional matters , including M&A and real estate transactions . Practice Mix Business litigation Construction litigation (~20% of the practice) M&A and real estate transactions Key Responsibilities Draft and assist with motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and discovery responses Manage discovery-heavy and document-intensive cases Prepare thoughtful, case-specific discovery ( no canned interrogatories ) Coordinate and calendar depositions, hearings, mediations, and deadlines Maintain strong follow-up on case activity and deadlines Assist with trial preparation and litigation support Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnel Maintain organized electronic and physical case files Systems & Tools iManage (document management) Aderant (ATO) and Tabs for billing and timekeeping Ideal Candidate Profile Significant prior litigation experience as a paralegal or legal assistant Strong drafting skills and comfort handling substantive legal work Experience with discovery and complex civil litigation Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Preference for candidates with a stable work history Schedule & Compensation In-office for approximately the first 6 months to allow for onboarding and integration Transitional to a hybrid schedule (2 days remote per week) thereafter Base salary approximately $90,000 , depending on experience Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal assistant or paralegal who wants meaningful responsibility , close collaboration with senior litigators, and long-term growth in a professional firm environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr