Paralegal I/II (Litigation)

City of Orlando • Orlando, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The City Attorney’s Office is hiring an experienced paralegal to provide paraprofessional legal support services and case management for attorneys in the Civil Litigation Section. The ideal candidate has insurance defense litigation experience, strong knowledge of civil litigation, and a track record of independently managing a diverse caseload, drafting pleadings, and conducting all aspects of discovery. Experience handling litigation in state and federal courts is a plus. Applicants must be able to work independently and proactively, as well as collaboratively in a team environment. Paralegals work under the general supervision of litigation attorneys. Salary is based on qualifications and experience.

This position is not eligible for remote work. The work schedule is in person, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Applications will no longer be accepted starting November 18, 2026.

Requirements

• Paralegal I: Associate’s degree in Legal Services or a related field, plus two years of experience in a law or judicial office as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal; one year must be as a Paralegal in an area relevant to the assignment (general civil), or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A paralegal certificate may substitute for the one-year paralegal-work requirement.
• Paralegal II: Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice, Legal Services, or a closely related field, plus four years of relevant paralegal experience in a law or judicial office in an area relevant to the assignment (general civil), or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must demonstrate the ability to type at least 35 words per minute.
• Must be able to work independently and proactively, as well as within a team environment.
• Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the position and provide details of relevant experience in their application.
• Degree substitution information: two years of direct experience may substitute for an associate degree; four years for a bachelor’s degree; six years for a master’s degree; or nine years for a doctoral degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in insurance defense litigation.
• Experience handling litigation in both state and federal courts.

Responsibilities

• Provide paraprofessional legal support services to attorneys in the Civil Litigation Section of the City Attorney’s Office.
• Provide case management for litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings and conduct all aspects of discovery.
• Independently manage a diverse caseload.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree