Litigation Paralegal II

Overview

Foley and Lardner, LLP is looking for a litigation paralegal with excellent research and analytical skills, for our busy Construction Defects department. The Litigation Paralegal II will focus on pre-suit matters including the investigation and case development, mediation, and arbitration. The ideal candidate will have high-level attention to detail skills, as well as strong time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

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 paralegal required
• Construction Defect experience preferred

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.