Paralegal (Litigation)

Foley \u0026 Lardner LLP - Orlando, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Orlando, FL

1,001-5,000 employees

About the position

Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a Litigation Paralegal II to join their Construction Defects department. This role focuses on pre-suit matters, including investigation, case development, mediation, and arbitration. The ideal candidate will possess strong research and analytical skills, high attention to detail, and effective time management abilities, contributing to the success of the legal team.

Responsibilities

• Request documents from clients
• 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
• Track mediation outcomes, settlements, and tender of payments
• Draft settlement agreements, signatures, and fund disbursements
• Assist in drafting responses to Demands for Arbitration and Discovery
• Prepare claim for final hearing
• Draft responses to complaints and discovery
• Prepare materials and documents for hearings
• File and service circuit court filings

Requirements

• 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 paralegal required
• Construction Defect experience preferred