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Job Description
Civil Litigation Paralegal Clark, Campbell, Lancaster, Workman & Airth, P.A. Lakeland, FL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $70,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Multitasking Interpersonal skills Filing Legal discovery Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Court case file organization Pleading drafting Certified Paralegal (CP) Legal case management Paralegal Certificate E-filing court documents Full Job Description Clark, Campbell, Lancaster, Workman & Airth, P.A. is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Paralegal to join our team. This position is drafting-intensive and requires a strong working knowledge of the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure, including deadlines, formatting requirements, and filing practices in Florida state courts. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced litigation environment. This role involves significant responsibility in preparing pleadings and litigation documents from start to finish.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Draft, revise, and finalize litigation documents, including complaints, answers, affirmative defenses, motions, notices, and responses, with proper legal citations and formatting consistent with Florida practice Prepare discovery requests and responses, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission Ensure all filings comply with the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure, local rules, and judicial preferences, including accurate calculation of deadlines and hearing notice requirements Prepare and e-file pleadings and other documents through the Florida e-Portal Review, organize, and summarize medical records, billing records, deposition transcripts, and expert materials Prepare notices of hearing, deposition schedules, and coordinate logistics with opposing counsel, clients, and court staff Assist attorneys with trial and deposition preparation, including preparation of trial binders, exhibits, and witness materials Conduct legal research and assist with preparation of memoranda on procedural and substantive issues Maintain and organize case files, deadlines, and calendars to ensure compliance with court requirements and internal timelines Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
Education Requirement:
4-year degree or Paralegal Certification (Both Preferred)
Experience:
Strong drafting experience in civil litigation is required, including independent preparation of pleadings and discovery Working familiarity with the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure is required; experience calculating deadlines and managing litigation calendars is essential Experience with Florida e-filing system (e-Portal) strongly preferred Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite Pay:
$50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
