Litigation Paralegal - Labor & Employment Law
Winter Park
Litigation Paralegal - Labor & Employment Law
Full Time • Winter Park
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Pay: $55,000-$65,000
Department: Labor & Employment Law
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Labor & Employment Law
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our Labor & Employment Law department. This role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and is ready to take ownership of case management from start to finish. The successful candidate will be proactive, resourceful, and passionate about supporting high-quality legal work on behalf of our clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Legal Drafting: Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, correspondence, and other litigation documents
- Filing: Manage e-filing and court filings, ensuring compliance with court rules, deadlines, and local procedures
- Client Contact: Serve as a point of contact for clients, providing case updates and gathering necessary information with professionalism and discretion
- Discovery: Manage all phases of discovery, including document collection, review, production, and organization of exhibits
- Case Management: Take ownership of assigned cases, tracking deadlines, coordinating with attorneys, and anticipating case needs
- General Support: Assist attorneys with trial preparation, deposition summaries, and case strategy as needed
Qualifications
- Litigation experience required (Labor & Employment experience strongly preferred)
- Strong legal drafting and writing skills
- Working knowledge of discovery procedures and civil litigation rules
- Experience with e-filing systems and court procedures
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong communication skills, particularly in a client-facing capacity
- Proficiency with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite
What We're Looking For
We want someone who is:
- Motivated — takes initiative without waiting to be asked
- Proactive — anticipates issues and addresses them before they escalate
- Resourceful — finds solutions independently and knows when to escalate
- Passionate — genuinely invested in the quality of the work and client outcomes
- Comfortable taking ownership of cases and driving them forward
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing relevant litigation experience to aosorio@theleachfirm.com.
Compensation: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Experience you can trust. Results you deserve.
Before starting his injury firm in Orlando, Florida, Founder Carlos Leach was a partner at one of the nation’s largest plaintiff firms. Since 2004, he has been dedicated to helping Floridians and Georgians suffering from workplace discrimination and other employment law issues such as unpaid wages and wrongful termination, personal injury, and workers’ compensation for injuries on-the-job.
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