Litigation Paralegal

the Opportunity•Tampa, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

A well-established national law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its Tampa office. This position will support attorneys handling complex civil litigation matters and is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented paralegal who is comfortable managing cases in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will have 6+ years of hands-on litigation experience, strong knowledge of court procedures and filings, and experience supporting matters throughout the litigation lifecycle.

Requirements

6+ years of relevant paralegal experience with a strong litigation focus
Experience supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process
Knowledge of State and Federal court procedures and filing requirements
Strong experience drafting and preparing litigation-related documents
Experience with discovery, depositions, and trial preparation
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document/case management systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Ability to prioritize multiple cases, deadlines, and competing responsibilities
Stable professional work history and verifiable references

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree or Certificate in Paralegal Studies preferred
First-party property insurance litigation experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Support attorneys with all phases of litigation, from case initiation through discovery, deposition, trial preparation, and resolution
Review, organize, maintain, and manage case files and supporting documentation
Draft and prepare pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests and responses, interrogatories, correspondence, and other legal documents
Coordinate the collection, review, organization, and production of documents for discovery
Perform case-related research and assist attorneys with gathering relevant information
Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and other involved parties
Assist with deposition preparation, including organizing exhibits, documents, and witness materials
Support pre-trial investigations and preparation of witnesses for depositions and trial
Prepare trial exhibits, witness binders, demonstrative evidence, and other materials for hearings and trials
Calendar and coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, deadlines, and other case-related meetings
Monitor court deadlines and assist with State and Federal court filings
Maintain accurate and organized case records while managing multiple priorities and deadlines