Civil Litigation Paralegal

Orion Placement
  • Jacksonville, Florida
    4 days ago

    Job Description

    Pay: $68,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year

    Why This Is a Great Opportunity

    • Work on interesting, sophisticated civil litigation matters from case development through trial.
    • Join a supportive, collaborative legal team that values your experience and contributions.
    • Take ownership of meaningful responsibilities and work closely with experienced attorneys.
    • Enjoy competitive compensation, excellent benefits, a 401(k), and generous paid time off.
    • Build your long-term career in a professional environment where teamwork, initiative, and growth are encouraged.

    Location

    Jacksonville, FL | Riverside/Downtown Area | Fully On-Site

    Join our Jacksonville office and enjoy working alongside a welcoming, experienced litigation team. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime as needed.

    Note

    We are seeking candidates with 3+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience in a law firm, knowledge of Florida civil procedure, and hands-on experience with state and federal court e-filing. A bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate is preferred but not required.

    About Us

    Confidential Employer.

    We are an established, full-service law firm dedicated to providing sophisticated legal services and outstanding client care.

    Our team believes that great legal work starts with great people. We foster a positive, collaborative environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute, develop professionally, and do work they are proud of.

    We're excited to welcome an experienced Litigation Paralegal who enjoys meaningful casework and wants to be part of a supportive team.

    Job Description

    • Support attorneys through all phases of civil litigation, from initial case preparation through discovery and trial.
    • Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
    • Electronically file legal documents in Florida state and federal courts.
    • Conduct legal research and assist with case analysis, document review, and case strategy preparation.
    • Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, electronic case files, and document databases.
    • Coordinate depositions, hearings, witness communications, and other litigation activities.
    • Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, evidence, and witness binders.
    • Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, witnesses, and opposing counsel.

    Qualifications

    • 3+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience preferred.
    • Previous experience supporting attorneys in a law firm litigation practice.
    • Strong knowledge of Florida civil litigation procedures and court rules.
    • Experience with electronic filing in Florida state and federal courts.
    • Ability to draft litigation documents and manage discovery and case deadlines.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and electronic case management.
    • Strong communication, organization, time management, and attention to detail.
    • Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred.
    • Ability to work full-time, on-site in Jacksonville, with overtime as needed.

    Why You Will Love Working Here

    We believe in investing in our people, supporting their professional development, and creating a workplace where collaboration and mutual respect matter.

    You'll enjoy sophisticated litigation work, a supportive team, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), health savings account, and paid time off.

    If you're an experienced litigation paralegal who enjoys taking initiative, working closely with attorneys, and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

    JPC-2842

    Benefits:

    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationJacksonville, Florida

    Skills

    • Accredited Business Accountants (ABA)unmatched
    • Adobe Acrobatunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Attorneyunmatched
    • Calendar Managementunmatched
    • Case Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentation Reviewunmatched
    • Legalunmatched
    • Legal Researchunmatched
    • Litigationunmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
    • Paralegalunmatched
    • Research Skillsunmatched
    • Retirement Planunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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