Patagon Search
Base pay range
$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Role Overview
A
well-established litigation firm in Fort Lauderdale
is seeking an
experienced Legal Assistant / Paralegal
to primarily support a senior litigator, with some additional support for other litigators as needed. This is
not an entry-level role . The ideal candidate brings meaningful prior litigation experience and can contribute immediately without requiring extensive training from scratch. This is a
substantive, litigation-focused position
supporting a practice that is heavily
contract-oriented
and
document-intensive . The work involves significant discovery and drafting responsibilities. Paralegals in this practice are treated as true litigation partners and are expected to operate at a high level—often functioning as “unlicensed lawyers.” While the role is primarily litigation-focused, it also touches on
transactional matters , including
M&A and real estate transactions . Practice Mix
Business litigation Construction litigation
(~20% of the practice) M&A and real estate transactions Key Responsibilities
Draft and assist with
motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and discovery responses Manage
discovery-heavy and document-intensive cases Prepare thoughtful, case-specific discovery ( no canned interrogatories ) Coordinate and calendar
depositions, hearings, mediations, and deadlines Maintain strong follow-up on case activity and deadlines Assist with trial preparation and litigation support Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnel Maintain organized electronic and physical case files Systems & Tools
iManage
(document management) Aderant (ATO)
and
Tabs
for billing and timekeeping Ideal Candidate Profile
Significant
prior litigation experience
as a paralegal or legal assistant Strong drafting skills and comfort handling substantive legal work Experience with discovery and complex civil litigation Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Preference for candidates with a
stable work history Schedule & Compensation
In-office for approximately the first 6 months
to allow for onboarding and integration Transitional to a
hybrid schedule (2 days remote per week)
thereafter Base salary approximately $90,000 , depending on experience Bonus eligibility
and comprehensive benefits This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal assistant or paralegal who wants
meaningful responsibility , close collaboration with senior litigators, and long-term growth in a professional firm environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
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$80,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr Additional compensation types
Annual Bonus Role Overview
A
well-established litigation firm in Fort Lauderdale
is seeking an
experienced Legal Assistant / Paralegal
to primarily support a senior litigator, with some additional support for other litigators as needed. This is
not an entry-level role . The ideal candidate brings meaningful prior litigation experience and can contribute immediately without requiring extensive training from scratch. This is a
substantive, litigation-focused position
supporting a practice that is heavily
contract-oriented
and
document-intensive . The work involves significant discovery and drafting responsibilities. Paralegals in this practice are treated as true litigation partners and are expected to operate at a high level—often functioning as “unlicensed lawyers.” While the role is primarily litigation-focused, it also touches on
transactional matters , including
M&A and real estate transactions . Practice Mix
Business litigation Construction litigation
(~20% of the practice) M&A and real estate transactions Key Responsibilities
Draft and assist with
motions, pleadings, discovery requests, and discovery responses Manage
discovery-heavy and document-intensive cases Prepare thoughtful, case-specific discovery ( no canned interrogatories ) Coordinate and calendar
depositions, hearings, mediations, and deadlines Maintain strong follow-up on case activity and deadlines Assist with trial preparation and litigation support Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnel Maintain organized electronic and physical case files Systems & Tools
iManage
(document management) Aderant (ATO)
and
Tabs
for billing and timekeeping Ideal Candidate Profile
Significant
prior litigation experience
as a paralegal or legal assistant Strong drafting skills and comfort handling substantive legal work Experience with discovery and complex civil litigation Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Preference for candidates with a
stable work history Schedule & Compensation
In-office for approximately the first 6 months
to allow for onboarding and integration Transitional to a
hybrid schedule (2 days remote per week)
thereafter Base salary approximately $90,000 , depending on experience Bonus eligibility
and comprehensive benefits This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal assistant or paralegal who wants
meaningful responsibility , close collaboration with senior litigators, and long-term growth in a professional firm environment. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
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