Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Litigation Paralegal | Akerman LLP

The Tone:
This is a hybrid role at Akerman LLP, located in Fort Lauderdale, FL, requiring three in-office days per week. Founded in 1920, Akerman is a premier law firm with over 700 lawyers nationwide. This role is crucial for advancing the firm’s litigation support by embracing emerging technologies, including AI, to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and case outcomes. The firm values collaboration and continuous learning, seeking a professional who will partner with attorneys and colleagues to deliver exceptional client service.

The TL;DR
• Role: Senior
• Type: Full-time, Hybrid
• Location: Hybrid, Fort Lauderdale, FL

• Team: Litigation Practice Group; partners with attorneys and colleagues
• Mission: To excel in traditional litigation support while embracing emerging technologies, specifically AI and other legal tech tools, to improve efficiency, accuracy, and case outcomes.
• Tech Stack: Westlaw, Lexis, iManage, Relativity, Trial Director, Microsoft Office, AI and legal technology tools

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including discovery, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Draft and prepare essential legal documents such as pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Manage comprehensive discovery and e-discovery workflows, including document review and production.
• Utilize AI and legal technology tools to enhance research, document review, and overall workflow efficiency.
• Organize and maintain case files, calendars, and deadlines, while preparing deposition summaries, exhibits, and trial materials.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Senior paralegal with 5+ years of litigation experience in a law firm environment, possessing strong knowledge of Florida and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
• Experience: Proven experience with litigation support tools such as iManage, Relativity, and Trial Director, coupled with a strong interest in trial support and using technology to improve productivity and legal workflows.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills, alongside a proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused approach.
• Bonus: Prior experience with AI is preferred but not required.