Litigation Paralegal

We are a multi-office, multi-state law firm is seeking a talented Paralegal to help support the local government litigation practice group in our downtown Tampa office. Responsibilities include preparing motions, written discovery requests, pleadings, and all other correspondence and court filings; tracking of litigation and providing case management activities; organizing exhibits; organizing and indexing documents; client interaction; scheduling meetings; processing time-entry and expense reports; and other duties as needed.

We offer a comprehensive benefit plan which includes, but is not limited to, employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance and supplemental insurance options; generous paid-time-off plan; potential for year-end bonus and profit sharing; 401(k) with employer match; paid-parking; business-casual work environment and “jeans-Friday”.

Job Details:

An established and well-respected law firm is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and experienced Permanent Litigation Paralegal to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in our litigation team, assisting with a variety of tasks related to local government litigation. This is a full-time, permanent position with competitive compensation and benefits. If you are passionate about litigation, have a keen eye for detail, and are looking for an opportunity to grow and make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

As a Permanent Litigation Paralegal, your primary responsibilities will include:

1. Assisting attorneys in all aspects of local government litigation, including case management, document production, and trial preparation.
2. Preparing motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
3. Conducting legal research and preparing written discovery requests.
4. Ensuring compliance with state and federal court filing guidelines and e-filing systems.
5. Managing and organizing large volumes of complex documents and coordinating document productions.
6. Assisting with the preparation of deposition and trial exhibits.
7. Interacting with clients, court personnel, and other professionals.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for the Permanent Litigation Paralegal position should possess the following qualifications:

1. A minimum of 2+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, preferably with a focus on local government litigation and a four yr degree is highly preferred.
2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and electronic research tools.
3. Strong knowledge of state and federal court filing guidelines and e-filing systems.
4. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
7. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
8. A paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program is preferred, but not required.

If you have the required experience and skills and are ready to take on the challenge of this exciting role, we invite you to apply today. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing firm, where your skills and expertise will be highly valued.