Senior Trial Paralegal

Kelley Uustal • Fort Lauderdale, FL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Kelley Uustal is seeking a Senior Trial Paralegal to work in-office in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The role is part of trial teams handling high-stakes, complex litigation, including medical malpractice, product liability, and wrongful death cases. The paralegal will support cases throughout litigation, trial preparation, trial, and post-trial proceedings, from court filings to active courtroom participation, including jury selection. The position calls for precision, strong organizational skills, composure under pressure, and a commitment to advocating for individuals and families in consequential cases.

The Senior Trial Paralegal will independently manage complex cases, lead trial preparation on assigned matters, coordinate closely with attorneys and other team members, and provide leadership to legal support staff. Applicants must follow the specified phone application process to be considered: call 954.440.5970, listen to the recorded prompts in full, and complete all instructions.

Requirements

• Paralegal certificate, bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, including significant hands-on trial experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex cases from litigation through trial and post-trial.
• Strong knowledge of discovery, court filings, trial preparation, exhibits, witnesses, and state and federal procedures.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to perform under pressure and meet critical deadlines.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to guide and support other legal support professionals.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technology, including responsible use of approved, secure AI tools.
• Proficiency in case management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and professional ethics.
• Applicants must call 954.440.5970 and complete all recorded application instructions to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage complex cases through all phases of litigation, trial preparation, trial, and post-trial proceedings.
• Serve as lead paralegal on assigned trials, anticipating attorney and case needs and driving trial preparation from beginning to end.
• Develop and maintain trial preparation plans covering deadlines, court requirements, exhibits, witnesses, experts, and logistics.
• Manage complex discovery and document productions, including organizing, analyzing, and synthesizing case materials.
• Prepare and oversee trial exhibits, exhibit and witness lists, trial binders, demonstratives, deposition designations, and other trial materials.
• Coordinate witness and expert preparation, subpoenas, records, scheduling, and courtroom logistics.
• Provide drafting, filing, and organizational support for motions, pretrial filings, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
• Conduct and synthesize legal and factual research to identify evidence, inconsistencies, and information relevant to case and trial strategy.
• Provide hands-on courtroom and trial support, responding to evolving attorney needs, evidentiary issues, exhibits, witnesses, and deadlines in real time.
• Ensure compliance with court orders, scheduling orders, filing deadlines, and applicable court procedures.
• Partner with attorneys to identify case needs, resolve issues, and prepare the trial team at every stage.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to paralegals, legal assistants, and other assigned support personnel.
• Review work products and help establish organizational systems and best practices that promote accuracy, efficiency, and consistency.

Benefits

• Professional development and opportunities to acquire distinguishing skills and experience.
• Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to excellence.
• Competitive compensation and benefits; salary commensurate with experience.
• Purpose-driven work contributing to outcomes for individuals and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed