Foley & Lardner LLP
Construction Defects Litigation Paralegal
Join to apply for the Construction Defects Litigation Paralegal role at Foley & Lardner LLP.
Overview Foley & Lardner LLP is a great place to work because of what we do and how we do it. Here, your unique perspectives, experiences, and abilities will be embraced and developed so you can excel. Being a part of Foley means having the opportunities and resources necessary to gain experience, advance professional goals, and forge meaningful connections. It’s a place where you can build your career and enjoy professionally satisfying work. We have over 2,300 people who are #HappyatFoley, and we think you will be too.
Foley & Lardner LLP is looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal with excellent research and analytical skills for our busy single-family Construction Defects department. The selected candidate will focus on pre-suit matters including investigation and case development, mediation, and arbitration. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Responsibilities
Assist in drafting responses to Demands for Arbitration and Discovery
Draft responses to complaints and discovery
Prepare materials and documents for hearings
File and service circuit court filings
Draft settlement agreements, signatures, and fund disbursements
Track mediation outcomes, settlements, and tender of payments
Request documents from client
Assist in preparation of team snapshots for meetings
Update claims database
Prepare Response to Notices of Claims
Prepare Work Authorization Agreements
Request copies of inspections and estimates
Prepare claim for final hearing
Consistently achieve 1650 billable hour requirement (including approved non‑billable time)
Qualifications
High School or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved paralegal program preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal required
Construction defects experience required
Prior experience billing time strongly preferred
Salary Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, & Tampa: $75,200 - $105,300
Dallas: $82,700 to $115,800
Benefits Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents.
EEO Statement Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
About Foley & Lardner Foley is an Am Law 50 law firm consistently ranked among top‑tier practices. With over 1,100 lawyers in 26 offices across the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, our market‑leading platform includes Corporate, Intellectual Property, and Litigation. Adding depth to our bench strength, we focus on four primary sectors: Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing. We look beyond the law to focus on the constantly evolving demands facing our clients and act as trusted business advisors to deliver creative, practical, and effective solutions.
For nearly two centuries, Foley has maintained its commitment to the highest level of innovative legal services and to the stewardship of our people, firm, clients, and the communities we serve. While respecting our roots, we’re also continuously looking to modernize all aspects of our business and elevate who we are and what we do, which keeps us focused on the future.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Foley & Lardner LLP is a great place to work because of what we do and how we do it. Here, your unique perspectives, experiences, and abilities will be embraced and developed so you can excel. Being a part of Foley means having the opportunities and resources necessary to gain experience, advance professional goals, and forge meaningful connections. It’s a place where you can build your career and enjoy professionally satisfying work. We have over 2,300 people who are #HappyatFoley, and we think you will be too.
Foley & Lardner LLP is looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal with excellent research and analytical skills for our busy single-family Construction Defects department. The selected candidate will focus on pre-suit matters including investigation and case development, mediation, and arbitration. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and time management skills.
Responsibilities
Assist in drafting responses to Demands for Arbitration and Discovery
Draft responses to complaints and discovery
Prepare materials and documents for hearings
File and service circuit court filings
Draft settlement agreements, signatures, and fund disbursements
Track mediation outcomes, settlements, and tender of payments
Request documents from client
Assist in preparation of team snapshots for meetings
Update claims database
Prepare Response to Notices of Claims
Prepare Work Authorization Agreements
Request copies of inspections and estimates
Prepare claim for final hearing
Consistently achieve 1650 billable hour requirement (including approved non‑billable time)
Qualifications
High School or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree or paralegal certificate from an ABA‑approved paralegal program preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Litigation Paralegal required
Construction defects experience required
Prior experience billing time strongly preferred
Salary Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, & Tampa: $75,200 - $105,300
Dallas: $82,700 to $115,800
Benefits Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents.
EEO Statement Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled.
About Foley & Lardner Foley is an Am Law 50 law firm consistently ranked among top‑tier practices. With over 1,100 lawyers in 26 offices across the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, our market‑leading platform includes Corporate, Intellectual Property, and Litigation. Adding depth to our bench strength, we focus on four primary sectors: Energy, Health Care & Life Sciences, Innovative Technology, and Manufacturing. We look beyond the law to focus on the constantly evolving demands facing our clients and act as trusted business advisors to deliver creative, practical, and effective solutions.
For nearly two centuries, Foley has maintained its commitment to the highest level of innovative legal services and to the stewardship of our people, firm, clients, and the communities we serve. While respecting our roots, we’re also continuously looking to modernize all aspects of our business and elevate who we are and what we do, which keeps us focused on the future.
#J-18808-Ljbffr