Criminal & Civil Litigation Paralegal (Hybrid)

Litigation Support & Document Preparation

• Draft, prepare, and revise litigation documents for white collar criminal defense and civil litigation, including: Motions to suppress, motions to dismiss, discovery demands, subpoenas, notices, complaints, answers, affirmative defenses, motions, discovery requests/responses
• Prepare pre-trial statements, witness lists, exhibit lists, proposed orders, chronologies, case summaries, and evidence logs
• Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation: Summaries of depositions and discovery materials (police reports, body-cam footage, medical records, financial records, expert materials). Organize exhibits, trial binders, and digital/physical case files
• Utilize Clio for case management and LexisNexis for legal research

Communication & Coordination

• Communicate with clients to gather information, collect documents, and provide case updates
• Track deadlines, hearings, depositions, trial dates, and coordinate with investigators, experts, and vendors
• File documents with federal courts (Southern District of Florida, Middle District, etc.) and Florida state courts
• Cook service of process, witness scheduling, and case logistics

Qualifications

• Florida Criminal and/or Civil Litigation Paralegal experience
• Federal court experience (required)
• Completion of an ABA‑approved paralegal program
• Strong command of legal research tools, Microsoft Office, and case management systems
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time-management skills
• A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset and the ability to work independently
• Strong communication skills and a client‑focused approach
• Professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment in sensitive matters

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
• 10 days PTO + paid holidays
• Professional development, training, and long-term growth opportunities
• Work directly with litigators on high-impact federal and state cases
• Supportive, inclusive, and team-centered firm culture