Construction Paralegal

Salary: $70,000 - $95,000 per year A bit about us: We are a nationally recognized law firm focused on commercial real estate, land use, development, and complex business matters. The firm represents owners, developers, investors, lenders, and institutions on projects that shape communities and drive economic growth. With decades of combined experience, we are known for our strategic, results-oriented approach and its deep understanding of the legal, regulatory, and business realities clients face. The firm advises clients at every stage of a project or transaction—from entitlements and acquisitions through construction, financing, leasing, and disposition—while also providing skilled advocacy in disputes when challenges arise. Why join us? Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life and AD&D insurance Long term disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) / IRA or other retirement plan Flexible Spending Accounts (pre tax options) Competitive salaries based on experience and role Job Details We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Construction Paralegal. This role supports attorneys handling complex construction defect and construction litigation matters on behalf of developers, owners, contractors, design professionals, and insurers. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation support experience, familiarity with Florida construction disputes, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive litigation support in construction defect and construction-related matters Draft and assist with pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and correspondence Manage document production, review, and organization, including electronically stored information Assist with preparing case chronologies, factual summaries, and damages analyses Coordinate inspections, expert involvement, deposition scheduling, mediations, and hearings Maintain case files, deadlines, and calendars in compliance with court and firm requirements Cite‑check and assemble motions, exhibits, and trial binders Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel as needed Support attorneys during mediations, hearings, and trial preparation Assist with compliance related to Florida construction defect statutes, notices, and procedures Qualifications Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience 3+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal, preferably in construction defect or construction litigation Strong knowledge of Florida civil procedure and litigation support practices Experience managing complex document-intensive cases Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal case management systems Familiarity with e‑discovery platforms is a plus Excellent organizational, time‑management, and attention‑to‑detail skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Experience supporting construction defect or multi-party litigation matters Familiarity with construction documents (contracts, plans, specifications) Trial or arbitration support experience Experience working with experts such as engineers or architects Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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