Construction Legal Assistant

Jobot; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 옵션

Competitive salaries based on 경험 and 롤

Job summary

Jobot in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced, collaborative law firm environment.

The role emphasizes comprehensive administrative and legal support, drafting and filing documents, calendar management, and coordination with internal teams. Experience with construction cases and e-filing is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a legal assistant.
• Strong working knowledge of legal terminology, document formatting, and filing procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal document management systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor with a commitment to client service and teamwork.
• Experience supporting attorneys in construction cases.
• Familiarity with e-filing systems and court rules.
• Experience with billing software and timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and legal professionals.
• Draft, revise, proofread, and format correspondence, pleadings, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Prepare and file legal documents in accordance with applicable court rules, agency requirements, and internal procedures.
• Maintain and manage electronic and physical files, calendars, deadlines, and task lists.
• Assist with matter intake, client communications, and coordination with internal departments.
• Schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and travel arrangements.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely follow-up on assignments and filings.
• Process time entries, expense reports, and billing support as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive and proprietary information.
• Provide general administrative support and assist with special projects as assigned.

Skills

Legal terminology

Document formatting

Microsoft Office

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Legal document management systems

Billing software

Timekeeping systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal teams in a fast-paced, collaborative law firm environment.

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

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys and legal professionals
• Draft, revise, proofread, and format correspondence, pleadings, contracts, and other legal documents
• Prepare and file legal documents in accordance with applicable court rules, agency requirements, and internal procedures
• Maintain and manage electronic and physical files, calendars, deadlines, and task lists
• Assist with matter intake, client communications, and coordination with internal departments
• Schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and travel arrangements
• Track deadlines and ensure timely follow-up on assignments and filings
• Process time entries, expense reports, and billing support as needed
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive and proprietary information
• Provide general administrative support and assist with special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a legal assistant
• Strong working knowledge of legal terminology, document formatting, and filing procedures
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal document management systems
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional demeanor with a commitment to client service and teamwork
• Experience supporting attorneys in construction cases
• Familiarity with e-filing systems and court rules
• Experience with billing software and timekeeping systems

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