Litigation Paralegal – St. Augustine’s Largest Law Firm St. Johns Law Group is the largest law firm in the St. Augustine area, with 14 attorneys and 300+ years of combined legal experience. Our growing firm represents individuals, businesses, property owners, associations, developers, and families throughout Northeast Florida, including St. Augustine, Jacksonville, Ponte Vedra, St. Johns, and Palm Coast.
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Litigation Paralegal to join our team in St. Augustine. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and wants to work alongside experienced trial attorneys handling complex and challenging matters.
Position Overview:
The Litigation Paralegal will play a key role in supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and appeal. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of professionalism and client service.
Depending on experience and background, the position may involve work in commercial litigation, real estate litigation, construction litigation, personal injury, HOA and condominium disputes, probate litigation, business disputes, family law, or appellate matters.
Responsibilities Manage litigation files from intake through resolution
Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, notices, discovery requests, and responses
Coordinate and manage document production and document review
Conduct legal and factual research
Prepare deposition summaries, chronologies, and case analyses
Assist with trial preparation, exhibit management, witness coordination, and courtroom support
Schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and other litigation events
Monitor court deadlines and maintain case calendars
Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, court personnel, and vendors
Assist attorneys with case strategy, settlement preparation, and mediation materials
Support electronic filing in Florida state and federal courts
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience preferred
Strong experience with litigation procedures, court rules, and case management
Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal case management software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff
Paralegal degree, certificate, or equivalent legal experience required
Florida litigation experience strongly preferred
Trial preparation experience is a significant plus
Why Join St. Johns Law Group? Collaborative team environment
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
Competitive compensation based on experience
Health insurance, paid time off, and other benefits available
If you are a motivated litigation paralegal looking for an opportunity to grow with a dynamic and expanding law firm, we encourage you to apply.