Commercial Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We are a professional staffing firm, working with organizations across the country to place exceptional candidates. Currently, we have a Commercial Paralegal opportunity with an established Law Firm located in East Fort Lauderdale, FL. The position is to handle a special project to close on 30+ million dollar commercial project consisting of land, a museum and and an apartment complex of 100+ units.

The Commercial Paralegal is responsible for the specific duties listed below.

Your specific duties will include:

• Partner with attorneys on complex commercial legal matters, including business transactions, contract disputes, corporate governance, and commercial litigation.
• Draft, review, proofread, and revise commercial contracts, agreements, amendments, and related legal instruments.
• Prepare litigation and transactional documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, subpoenas, and formal correspondence.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and assist attorneys in preparing case summaries, legal memoranda, and supporting documentation.
• Manage and maintain electronic and physical case files, ensuring all records are accurately indexed, organized, and readily accessible.
• Execute due diligence for commercial transactions by reviewing contracts, corporate records, financial disclosures, and related materials.
• Support corporate governance and compliance initiatives, including entity formations, regulatory filings, annual reports, and corporate record maintenance.
• Coordinate key phases of litigation and dispute resolution, including discovery, document production, deposition preparation, hearings, mediations, and trial logistics.
• Track and manage critical deadlines, including court dockets, statutory filing requirements, and contract renewal dates.
• Serve as a professional liaison with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Compile and organize closing binders, transaction documents, hearing exhibits, and supporting evidentiary records.
• Uphold strict confidentiality standards and ensure full compliance with applicable legal procedures, ethical guidelines, and firm policies.
• Provide dedicated administrative and case-management support to attorneys across active matters as needed.

Required qualifications for the position include :

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a paralegal specializing in commercial law, corporate law, business law, or commercial litigation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial contracts, legal terminology, and legal document preparation.
• Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and formatting legal documents, agreements, pleadings, and professional correspondence.
• Working familiarity with legal research databases, electronic court filing (e-filing) systems, and document management software.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize competing deadlines, and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound professional judgment, discretion, and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Paralegal certificate or relevant legal education preferred.

Preferred qualifications for the position include :

• Hands-on experience with DisplaySoft software is a plus.
• Working knowledge of corporate entities, business formations, and corporate governance documents.
• Prior experience supporting contract management, transactional due diligence, and deal closings.
• Thorough knowledge of state and federal court rules and procedures.
• Experience utilizing legal case-management platforms and electronic document management systems (EDMS).

Pay Rate Range: $33.65 - 38.46 / Hour

Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience, and location. Employees have access to healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision as well as a 401(k) plan.

Let one of our recruiters assist you in finding and preparing for interviews with our clients. Whether you are interested in a direct hire, temp-to-hire, or temporary position, Workway can help you to put your best foot forward. Contact us today!

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