Construction Defect Paralegal
Jobot
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$60,000–$85,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Support, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Legal, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Team Player, Time Management, Witness Testimony, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Fort Lauderdale, FL
POSTED
2 days ago
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Salary: $60,000 - $85,000 per year
A bit about us:
A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Defect Paralegal to join its Fort Lauderdale office. This is a highly visible role supporting a Partner directly, offering the opportunity to work on complex construction litigation matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Why join us?
- 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage (employee)
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Direct partnership exposure and mentorship
- Stable, team-oriented environment with high-quality work
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
- Provide full litigation support on construction defect cases from inception through trial
- Draft, review, and manage legal documents including pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence
- Coordinate and manage all phases of discovery, including document production, interrogatories, and subpoenas
- Maintain and organize case files, exhibits, and litigation calendars
- Assist with trial preparation, including deposition summaries, witness coordination, and exhibit preparation
- Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and internal teams as needed
- Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and filing requirements
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Qualifications
- 3+ years of paralegal experience within a litigation environment (construction defect experience strongly preferred)
- Strong understanding of litigation processes, procedures, and timelines
- Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced setting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Proficiency with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite
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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com