Legal Staff Paralegal in Pensacola, FL

Law Firm

Pensacola, FL

Legal Staff Paralegal in Pensacola, FL

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Experienced Construction Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
- File and document management
- Drafting discovery requests and responses, pleadings, motions, orders, and various correspondence
- Large document control and indexing
- Conducting online research of court records and official records
- Researching and analyzing statutes and case law
- Overseeing calendaring and deadlines
- Scheduling and coordinating hearings, depositions, and mediations
- Reviewing and summarizing construction contracts, bid documents, change orders, and other construction-related materials
- Supporting attorneys during hearings and trial proceedings as needed

Education and Experience Information:
- Paralegal certificate or degree from an ABA-approved paralegal program preferred but not required
- Minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience required
- Strong understanding of construction law, lien law, and legal procedures
- Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis, and case management software like ATO and 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

Salary Information:
- Pay: $45, - $54, per year

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

Schedule:
- 8-hour shift

The law firm 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.