Litigation Paralegal

Jimerson Birr

. Manage assigned attorney support functions and establish priorities .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeJacksonville • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing attorney support functions, including drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and navigating the civil court system. Proven ability to manage deadlines, coordinate schedules, and provide exceptional client service.

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5 Years' Experience As A ParalegalLegal ResearchDrafting Legal DocumentsMicrosoft SuiteE-Discovery

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Hard Skills

Legal Document ReviewCase Strategy DevelopmentCourt SchedulingClient IntakeNon-Billable Workflow Management

Soft Skills

Highly OrganizedSelf-StarterClient-Service Orientation

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Acrobat ProCenterbaseNetDocumentsEndicia ConnectScansnapEFaxCSC Prepare

Industry Keywords

Civil Court SystemState And Federal Filing SystemsBusiness-Development Opportunities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage assigned attorney support functions and establish priorities
Draft legal documents
Navigate the civil court system
Manage and coordinate court deadlines and scheduling
Manage deadlines and appointments
Prepare assigned attorneys for proceedings
Conduct new-client vetting and intakes
Open matters and hand them over to attorneys
Develop case strategy through legal research, correspondence, and obtaining key information
Manage non-billable workflow, purchase orders, shared calendars, and inboxes
Complete special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a paralegal
Experience supporting attorneys through legal research, document review and management, drafting legal documents, E-Discovery, and related tasks
Strong technical skills with Microsoft Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Centerbase, NetDocuments, Endicia Connect, Scansnap, eFax, CSC Prepare, and state and federal filing systems
Highly organized self-starter able to manage time effectively and efficiently
Client-service orientation with ability to identify and leverage business-development opportunities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal-opportunity employment
Professional development
Collegial and professional firm culture
Potential for significant career advancement
Monetary rewards for high performers