Our client is seeking to hire an experienced litigation paralegal who is able to work in a team setting and also independently has needed. You should be able to work with 4-5 attorneys and a few legal assistants. There i…
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Paralegal jobs in Tampa, 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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The Tampa office of Kubicki Draper is currently seeking an organized and detail-oriented Litigation Paralegal with over 3 years of experience in Insurance Defense, specializing in personal injury cases. If you are a moti…
Requisition No: 881144 Agency: Office of the Attorney General Working Title: PARALEGAL SPECIALIST I - 41002041 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 41002041 Salary: $49,980.32 Posting Closing Date: 08/13/2026 Total…
Job Title : Legal Assistant/Secretary Job Location : Tampa, FL Salary : $75k base salary plus bonuses and room for growth/advancement. Must have : Insurance defense or medical malpractice defense. HRforGrowth® is engaged…
Requisition No: 881334 Agency: State Courts System Working Title: TRIAL COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22011115 Pay Plan: State Courts System Position Number: 22011115 Salary: $60,338.48 (awaiting FL Bar Membership); $66,830.40…
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Rubenstein Law is committed to delivering exceptional client care while continuing to expand nationwide. Job Summary The Litigation Paralegal plays a vital role in supporting attorneys through every stage of the litigati…
$25 - $40 per hour
Job Title: Product Liability Paralegal Job Overview: Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Product Liability Paralegal to join our client to support complex litigation matters and help drive successful case outcom…
$25 - $40 per hour
Job Title: Intellectual Property Paralegal Job Overview: Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking an Intellectual Property Paralegal to join our client to support the management and protection of valuable intellectual…
rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People. Summary We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team. As a Litigation Paralegal you will work closely with our talent…
National law firm has a Sr Paralegal Position in Naples, Florida. This is a direct hire role with a full benefits package. They are looking for someone who can prepare probate pleadings, federal estate tax returns, trust…
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What paralegals earn in Tampa
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$26 | $42k–$54k |
| Mid level | $25–$33 | $52k–$69k |
| Senior | $31–$43 | $65k–$89k |
Adjusted for the Tampa 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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Legal Assistant
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Paralegal
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Senior Paralegal
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Paralegal Manager
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