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The Cyperus Group

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Litigation Paralegal

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$110K - $115K/yr

Conduct legal and factual research, including Westlaw research. * Track deadlines and maintain litigation calendars. * Support depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation ...

The Florida Bar

Paralegal - part-time

Tampa, FL · On-site

$28.32/hr

Conducts legal research and analysis on issues and questions of law using Westlaw and the internet, conducts factual and other research using the internet; reads interprets and applies legal ...

County of Chester

Law Graduate

West Chester, PA

$31.37/hr

Intermediate Word and Outlook skills (Email and Calendar) Westlaw research skills Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk ...

CivicMinds, Inc.

Research Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$22.75 - $31.25/hr

Use Westlaw, VitalLaw, Courtlink, Case Portal, PACER and other relevant research platforms to perform complex case, statute, company, individual and business research. * Research and review law ...

Harbor

Library and Research Analyst

Maintains research proficiency across a wide spectrum of business, legal, legislative, analytics and docket resources including Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, Pacer, WK VitalLaw, and Lex Machina ...

CivicMinds, Inc.

Research Assistant.

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$22.75 - $31.25/hr

Use Westlaw, VitalLaw, Courtlink, Case Portal, PACER and other relevant research platforms to perform complex case, statute, company, individual and business research. * Research and review law ...

Perkins Coie LLP

Research Librarian

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Familiarity with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis). Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications. * A minimum of two years of ...

Ashurst Perkins Coie

Research Librarian

Chicago, IL · On-site

$86 - $130/hr

Familiarity with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis). Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications.A minimum of two years of ...

Perkins Coie LLP

Research Librarian

Seattle, WA · On-site

Familiarity with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis). Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications. * A minimum of two years of ...

Perkins Coie LLP

Research Librarian

San Diego, CA

Familiarity with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis). Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications. * A minimum of two years of ...

Perkins Coie LLP

Research Librarian

Chicago, IL · On-site

Familiarity with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis). Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications. * A minimum of two years of ...

Perkins Coie LLP

Research Librarian

Dallas, TX

Familiarity with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis). Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications. * A minimum of two years of ...

Perkins Coie LLP

Research Librarian

Austin, TX · On-site

Familiarity with legal research databases (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis). Interest in technology and a willingness to learn new tools, including generative AI applications. * A minimum of two years of ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for westlaw research in the United States is $83,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,000.00 and $92,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Westlaw Research job involves using the Westlaw legal research platform to find case law, statutes, regulations, and legal articles. Professionals in this role are typically legal researchers, paralegals, law librarians, or attorneys who assist with legal analysis and case preparation. They must have strong research skills and be able to interpret complex legal materials efficiently. This job is often critical in law firms, government agencies, and academic institutions where accurate legal research is essential.

What are the typical responsibilities of someone working in a Westlaw Research role?

A Westlaw Research specialist is primarily responsible for conducting thorough legal research using Westlaw and other databases to find statutes, case law, and legal precedents in support of attorneys or legal teams. This role often includes summarizing and organizing findings, verifying citations, and preparing research memos or reports. You may collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, or researchers to clarify assignments and ensure relevant information is delivered on deadline. The work is typically deadline-driven and requires flexibility to adapt to changing case priorities, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.

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To thrive as a Westlaw Research professional, you need a strong understanding of legal research methods, critical thinking skills, and a background in law or paralegal studies. Proficiency in using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other digital legal research tools is typically required, along with knowledge of legal citation formats. Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and effective written and verbal communication are important soft skills for the role. These capabilities are essential for providing accurate, timely, and comprehensive legal research that supports attorneys and legal teams in various casework.

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Commercial Litigation Paralegal

Orion Placement

Orlando, FL • Hybrid

$65K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Take ownership of meaningful work across sophisticated commercial litigation matters.
  • Use your full litigation skill set, including drafting, e-filing, e-discovery, legal research, and case management.
  • Work closely with experienced attorneys in a professional, fast-paced legal environment.
  • Join a team where strong organization, writing, and litigation support skills are genuinely valued.
  • Build long-term experience handling substantive commercial disputes rather than purely administrative work.

Location

Orlando, Florida. This position is based in the Orlando office. The client has not yet confirmed whether the role is fully on-site or offers any hybrid flexibility.

Note

Candidates must have at least 3 years of direct commercial litigation paralegal experience. Strong drafting skills and hands-on experience with e-filing, e-discovery, Westlaw research, and billable time entries are required.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are an established Orlando law practice representing clients in sophisticated business and commercial matters. Our team values strong legal work, attention to detail, responsiveness, and professionals who take ownership of their responsibilities.

Job Description

  • Support attorneys with commercial litigation matters from case opening through resolution.
  • Draft and revise pleadings, discovery materials, correspondence, and other litigation documents.
  • Handle electronic filing and help ensure court submissions are accurate and timely.
  • Coordinate e-discovery, document collection, organization, review, and production.
  • Conduct legal and factual research using Westlaw.
  • Maintain organized case files, calendars, deadlines, and litigation materials.
  • Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, courts, vendors, and other parties.
  • Accurately prepare and maintain billable time entries.
  • Help attorneys stay organized and prepared throughout active litigation matters.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of commercial litigation paralegal experience required.
  • Strong legal drafting experience required.
  • Hands-on e-filing experience.
  • Hands-on e-discovery experience.
  • Proficiency with Westlaw research.
  • Experience accurately recording billable time.
  • Keyboarding speed of at least 50 WPM required, with 80+ WPM strongly preferred.
  • Excellent organization, writing, communication, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple active matters and deadlines.

Why You Will Love Working Here

  • Substantive involvement in commercial litigation matters.
  • Opportunity to use advanced paralegal skills every day.
  • Direct collaboration with attorneys handling sophisticated legal work.
  • A role with meaningful responsibility and long-term professional growth potential.
  • An environment well suited for an experienced litigation paralegal who takes pride in producing excellent work.

JPC-1753

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance