Senior Legal Assistant Litigation

Job Title: Senior Litigation Paralegal – Business Litigation

Location: Coral Gables, FL | Position Type: Full-Time On-Site

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Litigation Paralegal with a strong background in business and commercial litigation to join our team. This role is ideal for a highly organized and proactive professional who can independently manage complex matters, support attorneys in high-stakes disputes, and contribute to case strategy from inception through resolution. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable handling sophisticated litigation involving corporate entities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all phases of business and commercial litigation, including pre-suit investigation, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Draft, review, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and legal correspondence
• Assist attorneys with case strategy, factual analysis, and document review in complex commercial disputes
• Organize and manage large volumes of documents, including electronic discovery (e-discovery) and production
• Prepare deposition summaries, chronologies, case timelines, and key issue analyses
• Coordinate and manage state and federal e-filings in compliance with court rules and deadlines
• Maintain and track litigation calendars, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial dates
• Communicate effectively with clients, corporate representatives, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Prepare trial materials, including exhibits, witness files, trial binders, and demonstratives
• Assist during trial, hearings, arbitrations, and mediations
• Support billing processes, including time entry and expense tracking when needed
• Mentor junior staff and assist in improving internal litigation workflows

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of litigation paralegal experience, with a focus on business or commercial litigation (required)
• Strong knowledge of Florida state and federal court rules, procedures, and e-filing systems
• Experience handling complex cases involving contracts, partnerships, corporate disputes, and/or business torts
• Familiarity with e-discovery platforms and document management systems
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple high-level matters
• Strong analytical, writing, and proofreading abilities
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential business information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal practice management software

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Collaborative, professional, and fast-paced work environment
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-value business litigation matters
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within the firm

If you are a detail-oriented and driven litigation professional with experience in business disputes, we encourage you to apply and become a key part of our litigation team.