Business Litigation Paralegal

Lee Hecht Harrison

Jacksonville, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$70,000–$75,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Calendar Management, Case Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Dental Insurance, File Maintenance, Legal, Legal Research, LexisNexis, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Research Skills, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Jacksonville, FL
POSTED
6 days ago

LHH is seeking seeking an experienced Business Litigation Paralegal in Jacksonville, FL to support a busy practice handling complex commercial disputes. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on high-level litigation matters from inception through trial and resolution.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all phases of litigation, including pre-suit, discovery, trial preparation, and post-judgment filings

  • Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, subpoenas, discovery requests, and responses

  • Coordinate and manage e-filing in Florida state and federal courts

  • Organize and maintain case files, discovery materials, and litigation databases

  • Assist with depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation, including exhibit and trial notebook creation

  • Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel to support case progression

  • Conduct legal research and summarize records using Westlaw or LexisNexis

  • Track deadlines and maintain attorney calendars to ensure timely filings

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, ideally within business or commercial litigation

  • Strong knowledge of Florida court rules, procedures, and e-filing systems

  • Experience supporting cases from inception through trial

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal software (case management and e-discovery platforms preferred)

  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

  • Paralegal certificate or degree in Legal Studies

  • Experience in complex commercial, construction, or corporate litigation matters

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid time off and observed holidays

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

  • Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

If interested in this opportunity, apply today!

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Richard Harley

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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