Experienced Paralegal – Litigation, Casualty Defense

Marshall Dennehey

Experienced Paralegal supporting litigation and casualty defense work at a reputable civil law firm. Requires a hybrid work schedule based in Ft.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeFt. Lauderdale • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing documents, including medical, financial, tax, and employment records
Creating detailed medical and factual chronologies
Preparing trial notebooks, exhibits, and witness files
Compiling evidence through discovery documents, transcripts, records, libraries, and databases
Managing and organizing electronic and physical case files
Coordinating with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and support services
Generating status reports, logs, and case indexes
Corresponding with clients and opposing law firms
Conducting legal and medical research, including review of expert materials
Communicating with experts and analyzing their qualifications, prior testimony, transcripts, and publications
Performing additional duties as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of litigation/casualty paralegal experience
Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree required
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA‑approved program preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health insurance, including: Medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage
Generous Paid Time Off and paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan
Bonus program
Firm‑sponsored voluntary benefits, including: Supplemental life insurance, Identity theft protection, Pet insurance, Legal plan and Flexible spending accounts
Hybrid work schedule (remote/in‑office) supporting work‑life balance

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Hard Skills & Tools

document analysismedical chronology creationtrial preparationevidence compilationcase file managementlegal researchmedical researchstatus report generationcase indexing

Soft Skills

communicationorganizationcoordinationinterpersonal skills

Certifications

Paralegal CertificateBachelor’s degreeAssociate’s degree