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Civil Trial Paralegal in Fort Lauderdale

Date Posted: Tuesday, February 24, 2026

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Job Description

Trial Paralegal | Fort Lauderdale, FL

A well-established and respected law firm in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced Trial Paralegal to support its active civil litigation practice. This role is ideal for a seasoned litigation professional with recent hands-on trial experience who thrives in a fast-paced courtroom environment and plays a critical role from case inception through verdict.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide comprehensive support in civil litigation matters, with a strong emphasis on trial preparation and in-court assistance
  • Work closely with attorneys on recent and upcoming trials, managing exhibits, witness coordination, trial binders, demonstratives, and courtroom logistics
  • Prepare and organize pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, and pretrial filings
  • Manage trial calendars and deadlines in both Florida state and federal courts
  • Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and all aspects of trial logistics
  • Track time entries and assist with billing in accordance with firm and client guidelines

What We’re Looking For

  • Prior experience as a Trial Paralegal in civil litigation (recent trial experience required)
  • Demonstrated experience attending and supporting trials through completion
  • Strong knowledge of Florida civil procedure and court filing requirements
  • Experience with billing procedures and time-entry systems
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple high-level litigation matters simultaneously
  • Ability to work independently while supporting attorneys in an active, trial-focused practice

Why Join

  • Established, well-regarded firm with a consistent and active civil trial docket
  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Collaborative, professional environment with meaningful responsibility
  • Opportunity to play a key role in high-stakes litigation and courtroom proceedings

If you are a trial-tested civil litigation paralegal seeking a strong platform in Fort Lauderdale, this opportunity is worth exploring.

To apply confidentially, contact: Kaelan.Dea@gogpac.com  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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