Job Title: Environmental Law Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide support to attorneys in handling complex environmental permitting, regulatory, and litigation matters, including administrative and land-use cases.
- Conduct legal research; draft legal documents; prepare case files; maintain critical dates calendars and coordinate meetings and schedules.
- Communicate regularly with attorneys, government agencies, and private organizations regarding real estate development projects and other residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial projects, as well as environmental permitting related to federal and state environmental laws and land use regulations.
- Proofread and format lengthy documents (sometimes 45-60 pages long) to ensure compliance with rules, judge, or local municipality format requirements.
- Periodically travel to assist with in-person administrative or court proceedings anywhere in the state of Florida.
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge of firm and practice-specific processes and procedures.
- Maintain records regarding billable hours spent on specific matters.
Education and Experience Information:
- Associate's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field; Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
- Paralegal certificate preferred.
- Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience at a law firm.
- Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and proficient in Microsoft Word, including experience with reveal codes/keeping formatting marks visible on the screen to modify/reformat documents.
- Proficient in document management and timekeeping programs.
- Experience in governmental, administrative, and/or litigation matters with knowledge of Florida courts systems, including e-filing processes and requirements.
- Preferred experience in environmental law for 2 years and required paralegal experience of 3 years.
Salary Information:
- Pay range: $70, - $85, per year.
Benefits:
- Competitive benefits package including healthcare and 401(k).
- 16 Vacation/PTO days per year and 10 paid holidays.
- Additional benefits include AD&D insurance, dental insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance.
Legal Terminology and Compliance:
- Law firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Work Location and Requirements:
- Full-time, in-person position based in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
- Ability to commute to Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 is required.
