Civil Litigation Paralegal

Why this role
Run civil litigation cases alongside attorneys at one of Florida's leading real estate and litigation firms. You'll own your files from intake through trial prep, draft substantive pleadings, and be the person who keeps every case on track. We pay at the top of the Sarasota market because we hire senior paralegals who can operate independently - and we give them the autonomy to do it.

What you'll do
Support attorneys through every phase of civil litigation, from case intake to trial prep. Draft and edit pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other substantive legal documents. Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries that attorneys can actually use. Organize, review, and analyze discovery materials - including depositions, exhibits, and document productions. Coordinate depositions, mediations, and court filings. Maintain case files, track court deadlines, and communicate professionally with clients, witnesses, and court personnel.

What we're looking for
You bring 5+ years of civil litigation experience and can run a case without being told what to do next. You know Florida court procedures, e-filing systems, and discovery rules cold - including the practical details that trip up less experienced paralegals. You're a strong writer, highly organized, and you catch deadlines before they catch you. You're proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management software (Clio, Filevine, or similar). Associate or bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certification from an accredited program.

Bonus points for: real estate or commercial litigation experience, trial experience (first-chair paralegal on a trial team), e-discovery platform experience (Relativity, Everlaw), or bilingual English/Spanish.

What we offer
• $30-$36/hour - top of Sarasota market
• Health insurance, retirement plan, and generous PTO
• Paid holidays and CLE/training support
• Annual all-expenses-paid firm trip (post-eligibility)
• A collaborative, multi-office Florida firm with a genuine commitment to work-life balance
• Real casework at a firm that treats paralegals as professionals - not document processors

Ready to apply?
Send your resume and a brief note about a case or trial you're proud of supporting to View email address on click.appcast.io. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within a week.