Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yrAdditional compensation types Annual BonusRole Overview A well-established litigation firm in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant / Paralegal to primarily support a senior litigator, with some additional support for other litigators as needed.This is not an entry-level role . The ideal candidate brings meaningful prior litigation experience and can contribute immediately without requiring extensive training from scratch.This is a substantive, litigation-focused position supporting a practice that is heavily contract-oriented and document-intensive . The work involves significant discovery and drafting responsibilities. Paralegals in this practice are treated as true litigation partners and are expected to operate at a high level—often functioning as “unlicensed lawyers.”While the role is primarily litigation-focused, it also touches on transactional matters , including M&A and real estate transactions .Practice Mix Business litigationConstruction litigation (~20% of the practice)M&A and real estate transactionsKey Responsibilities Draft and assist with motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and discovery responsesManage discovery-heavy and document-intensive casesPrepare thoughtful, case-specific discovery ( no canned interrogatories )Coordinate and calendar depositions, hearings, mediations, and deadlinesMaintain strong follow-up on case activity and deadlinesAssist with trial preparation and litigation supportCommunicate with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnelMaintain organized electronic and physical case filesSystems & Tools iManage (document management)Aderant (ATO) and Tabs for billing and timekeepingIdeal Candidate Profile Significant prior litigation experience as a paralegal or legal assistantStrong drafting skills and comfort handling substantive legal workExperience with discovery and complex civil litigationDetail-oriented, proactive, and highly organizedPreference for candidates with a stable work historySchedule & Compensation In-office for approximately the first 6 months to allow for onboarding and integrationTransitional to a hybrid schedule (2 days remote per week) thereafterBase salary approximately $90,000 , depending on experienceBonus eligibility and comprehensive benefitsThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal assistant or paralegal who wants meaningful responsibility , close collaboration with senior litigators, and long-term growth in a professional firm environment.Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr