Criminal/Civil Paralegal

MLG•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•$65,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Mayersohn Law Group, P.A. is seeking an experienced Criminal/Civil Law Paralegal with strong Florida litigation experience to support our growing Fort Lauderdale team. If you thrive in a fast‑paced litigation environment, enjoy meaningful client interaction, and want to work with attorneys who value your judgment and professionalism — you’ll feel right at home here. In this full‑time, on‑site role, you’ll support attorneys handling criminal defense, civil litigation, and related matters. You’ll manage essential paralegal functions, keep cases moving efficiently, and contribute to a team that values precision, collaboration, and long‑term growth.

Requirements

Florida Criminal and/or Civil Litigation Paralegal experience
Completion of an ABA‑approved paralegal program
Strong command of legal research tools, Microsoft Office, and case management systems
Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time‑management skills
A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset and the ability to work independently
Strong communication skills and a client‑focused approach
Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment in sensitive matters

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Law or related field
Experience supporting attorneys through trial
Familiarity with both state and federal court procedures

Responsibilities

Draft, prepare, and revise litigation documents, including: criminal defense pleadings (motions to suppress, motions to dismiss, discovery demands, notices, subpoenas), civil litigation pleadings (complaints, answers, affirmative defenses, motions, notices, discovery requests/responses), pre‑trial statements, witness lists, exhibit lists, and proposed orders, and assist with drafting chronologies, case summaries, and evidence logs
Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation by preparing summaries of depositions, discovery materials (police reports, body-cam footage, medical records, financial records, expert materials etc), organizing exhibits, trial binders, and supporting materials utilizing polished and completed document sets and maintaining organized digital and physical case files.
Use legal technology tools such as Clio, Westlaw, and legal research platforms to support case progress
Communicate with clients to gather information, collect required documents, provide clear and timely updates throughout their case, help them understand procedural steps, and ensure they feel supported and informed
Track case deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates, and coordinate with investigators, experts, and third‑party vendors as needed
File documents with state and federal courts and coordinate service of process, witness scheduling, and logistics