Remote Paralegal - Construction Defense (Florida)

ZipRecruiter; West Palm Beach (FL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Florida is seeking a Paralegal for their Construction Defense Practice Group. This role offers remote work flexibility and requires strong legal knowledge and communication skills. Join a vibrant work environment with a focus on work-life balance and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Match

Mental Health Therapy

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a Florida paralegal.
• Deep knowledge of litigation documentation and court rules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.
• Manage court dockets and ensure compliance.
• Assist in trial preparation and document organization.

Skills

Legal Research

Communication

Team Player

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Adobe

NetDocuments

Job description

Derrevere Stevens Black & Cozad, a prestigious law firm with offices in Florida, is currently seeking a talented Paralegal to join our Construction Defense Practice Group. This position offers the flexibility of remote work and promises a vibrant and enjoyable work environment. Our ideal candidate possesses a strong work ethic and proactively manages cases under attorney supervision from inception through trial.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct pre-claim investigation, legal research, and initial case assessments for attorneys.
2. Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, proposed orders, and case management orders.
3. Manage court dockets, deadlines, and ensure compliance.
4. Review document redaction and discovery production.
5. Assist in locating, retaining, and working with experts.
6. Perform all e-filing throughout Florida jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with court procedures.
7. Prepare med chronologies.
8. Maintain and organize electronic files, associating all email correspondence and documents to proper cases.
9. Assist in hearing, mediation, pre-deposition, deposition, and trial preparation.

Requirements:

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Florida paralegal in a litigation office setting.
2. Deep knowledge of motions, discovery, litigation documentation, court rules, and Florida Rules of Civil Procedure.
3. Experience in drafting legal documents including pleadings, motions, notices, proposed orders, and discovery.
4. Familiarity with Florida court e-filing and e-service.
5. Proficiency in legal research.
6. Competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of managing deadlines and proactively advancing cases.
8. Ability to follow up on tasks and procedures diligently.
9. Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and be a team player.
10. Experience with NetDocuments is a plus.
11. Ability to handle multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines.

The DSB&C Difference:

• A strong, diverse culture and a true work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits including PTO, Medical, Dental, Mental Health Therapy, Vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with match.

Qualified applicants should include a resume and a cover letter with fun life facts and achievements. Salary is commensurate with experience.

All inquiries will remain confidential to protect current employment status.

This is not just a job, but a chance to be part of something bigger. If you have passion, inventiveness, and dedication to excellence, we would love to hear from you.