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Litigation Paralegal

Akerman LLP · Fort Lauderdale, FL · 3 wk ago
LegalFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, including discovery, hearings, and trial preparation
  • Draft and prepare pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence
  • Conduct legal research using Westlaw and Lexis
  • Manage discovery and e-discovery workflows, including document review and production
  • Utilize AI and legal technology tools to improve research, document review, and workflow efficiency
  • Organize and maintain case files, calendars, and deadlines
  • Prepare deposition summaries, exhibits, and trial materials
  • Collaborate with attorneys, clients, experts, vendors, and legal support professionals
  • Support trial teams and courtroom technology needs
  • Manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and quality
  • Track billable time in accordance with firm policies
  • Partner with leadership on process improvement and operational initiatives

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm environment
  • AI-curious with an interest in using technology to improve productivity and legal workflows; AI experience is preferred but not required
  • Experience with litigation support tools such as iManage, Relativity, and Trial Director
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
  • Experience with or strong interest in trial support
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

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