The Law Offices of Marshall Dennehey, a nationally recognized civil defense litigation firm, is seeking a full‑time Paralegal to join our Jacksonville, Florida office. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced litigat…
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Paralegal jobs in Jacksonville, FL
Paralegals support attorneys by drafting documents, managing case files, conducting legal research, and preparing for filings, hearings, and trials under attorney supervision.
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$19–$41/hr
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$58k
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The law firm of Marshall Dennehey seeks a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant with 1-5 years of litigation defense experience to join its Jacksonville, FL office. Construction defense experience preferred. Descripti…
Adams & Reese Construction Paralegal Job Summary: Assists attorneys in performing legal tasks in research, document production and overall legal support to the attorneys’ practice. Responsibilities: Index, organize and a…
care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been describ…
Job PurposeThe Regulatory Compliance Analyst is responsible for auditing and evaluating mortgage loan files to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory, investor, and rating agency requirements. This role examines…
$20 - $22 per hour
Job Title: Front Desk Legal Assistant Job Overview: Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Front Desk Legal Assistant to join our client in a role that supports key business operations and contributes to important…
$23 - $28 per hour
Senior Executive & Commercial Project Coordinator Position Title: Senior Executive & Commercial Project Coordinator Department: Executive Support & Commercial Operations Employment Type: Full-Time Contractor Location: On…
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Division/Department: Administration Job Title : Executive Assistant (Part-Time) 25 hours per week Reports to (Title) : President/CEO FLSA Status : Non- Exempt Manager (with direct repor…
$60k - $75k
This Florida family law office is growing and needs a seasoned family law paralegal who can hit the ground running from day one. This role requires a professional who is calm under pressure and passionate about the work…
$130k - $200k
Estate Planning & Tax Planning Attorney A respected Florida law firm is seeking an Estate Planning / Tax Planning Attorney to join its Jacksonville-area office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a str…
$155k - $220k
I'm partnered with a well-known firm that is looking to add a Commercial and Business Litigation Associate to their team. This position is with a firm that has excellent mentorship opportunities and growth opportunities…
Intellectual Property Attorney - 7+ Years Experience (Portable Book Required) Jacksonville, FL | Full-Time | Competitive Compensation & Benefits About the Opportunity: A respected full-service regional law firm is seekin…
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What paralegals earn in Jacksonville
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $19–$25 | $39k–$52k |
| Mid level | $24–$32 | $50k–$66k |
| Senior | $30–$41 | $62k–$85k |
Adjusted for the Jacksonville market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Legal research (Westlaw, Lexis)Drafting pleadings and discoveryE-filing and court proceduresCase management softwareDocument review and e-discoveryCalendaring and deadlinesMeticulous attention to detailClient communicationConfidentiality
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through how you manage deadlines across multiple active cases.
Describe a redundant system: court rules-based calendaring, reminders at set intervals, and double-checking computation of dates. A missed deadline story handled well is acceptable; a casual attitude is not.
What experience do you have drafting discovery and pleadings?
Be specific about documents: interrogatories, requests for production, deposition summaries, motions. Note that attorneys reviewed and signed, showing you know the supervision boundary.
How do you handle a client who asks you for legal advice?
The expected answer: acknowledge the question, explain you cannot give legal advice, and route it to the attorney promptly. This tests your understanding of unauthorized practice.
Describe your legal research process for an unfamiliar issue.
Show method: secondary sources first for orientation, then primary authority on Westlaw or Lexis, checking citations are still good law, and summarizing findings in a memo.
Tell me about preparing for a trial or major hearing.
Walk through exhibits, witness binders, subpoenas, and logistics, and how you kept the attorney supplied in the moment. Calm logistics under pressure is the trait being tested.
How do you handle confidential information, especially in a small community or firm?
Give concrete habits: clean desk, locked files, careful email addressing, and never discussing matters outside the team, plus conflict-check awareness.
What practice areas have you supported, and which do you prefer?
Be honest and map your experience to the firm's practice. Preferring their area with a reason grounded in the work reads as genuine fit.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For paralegals specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your paralegal certificate or degree and credentials like NALA CP or ACP, plus notary commission if you hold one.
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Name your practice areas and what you actually did in each, for example drafted discovery responses in personal injury litigation.
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Show software fluency: Westlaw or Lexis, Clio, Relativity or other e-discovery platforms, and state e-filing systems.
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Quantify caseload and output: number of active matters supported, filings per month, or pages of document review handled.
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Highlight deadline and trial support work explicitly; reliability under court deadlines is the core hiring concern.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Paralegal
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