Paralegal (Construction Litigation)

Adams & Reese; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams & Reese is seeking a Construction Paralegal to support attorneys with legal research, document production, and trial preparation in a fast-paced setting. You will index, organize, and analyze documents, draft initial pleadings, and assist with subpoenas and background checks.

Strong typing and MS Office skills are essential. Candidate should have a High School diploma and at least 3 years of paralegal or legal secretary experience, with additional qualifications like a paralegal

Qualifications

• Must have strong typing speed (65 wpm) and proficient document handling.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• High School diploma required; college degree and paralegal certificate advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Index, organize and analyze legal documents.
• Draft initial pleadings, discovery responses, and filings under attorney supervision.
• Issue subpoenas and perform basic background checks.

Skills

Typing 65 wpm

Education

High School diploma

College degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Adams & Reese Construction Paralegal

Job Summary: Assists attorneys in performing legal tasks in research, document production and overall legal support to the attorneys’ practice.

Responsibilities

• Index, organize and analyze legal and other documents.
• Under the supervision of an attorney, prepare initial draft of pleadings, discovery responses, and other filings.
• Issue subpoenas and perform basic background checks.
• Coordinate and participate in document production.
• May assist with witness preparation and attend depositions as required.
• Assist with trial preparation and may attend and assist the attorneys during trial.
• Prepare deposition summaries.
• Obtain information using the Westlaw system.
• Communicate with clients, court personnel, experts, attorneys and others by telephone, in person and in writing, obtaining and giving information as directed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• High School graduate.
• 3 years of experience as a paralegal or legal secretary in a position involving significant decision making responsible.
• Ability to type 65 wpm.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Competent in the use of computers and Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Power Point and Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Good organizational skills.
• Excellent people skills.
• College degree
• Paralegal certificate
• Knowledge of filing with AAA
• Knowledge of 558 Notices
• Familiarity with demand letters

Working Conditions

This position requires sitting for long periods of time while operating a computer. At times, employees are required to work in excess of the normal work schedule, particularly during trial preparation. Employees in this position must be mobile, have the ability to bend, and have ability to lift and carry files weighing approximately 10-15 lbs.