What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Paralegal position at Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon?
Overview
From contracts and change orders to disputes and litigation, no two days look the same here. Join a team where your attention to detail and initiative truly matter.
We’re searching for a Construction Paralegal who can help keep complex projects, deadlines, and legal matters running smoothly from start to finish.
At Emmanuel, Sheppard and Condon, we’re a full-service law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where every team member plays an integral role in our success. We are seeking an experienced, dedicated and detail-oriented paralegal to join our construction litigation group.
Key Responsibilities
- File and document management
- Drafting discovery requests and responses, pleadings, motions orders and various correspondence
- Large document control and indexing
- Online research of court records/official records
- Research and analyze statutes and case law
- Oversee calendaring and deadlines
- Scheduling and coordinating hearings, depositions and mediations
- Review and summarize construction contracts, bid documents, change orders, and other construction-related materials
- Support attorneys during hearings and trial proceedings as needed
Qualifications
- Paralegal certificate or degree from an ABA approved paralegal program preferred, but not required
- 2 years of paralegal experience required
- Strong understanding of construction law, lien law, and legal procedures
- Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and case management software (e.g., ATO, Litify).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of organization and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with AIA contract documents and construction project documentation
- Familiarity with Florida Courts E-Filing Portal
Working Conditions
- Full-time
- Office environment, with flexibility for occasional remote work based on business needs.
- Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds
Emmanuel, Sheppard and Condon is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 – $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Profit sharing
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $27