Job Title: Legal Assistant– Construction Litigation
Location: Raleigh, NC (100% Onsite, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience
Position Overview:
Our client, a respected law firm in Raleigh, NC, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with a background in construction litigation to join their team. The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of paralegal experience, with a minimum of two years in construction law, and demonstrate strong litigation support, case management, and court filing experience. This is a billable role supporting attorneys in a fast-paced litigation practice.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist attorneys with all aspects of construction litigation, including discovery, motions, trial preparation, and case management.
Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents including contracts (AIA and custom), pleadings, subpoenas, correspondence, and discovery responses.
Manage document production and organization through document management systems; maintain accurate case files both electronically and physically.
Prepare notebooks, exhibits, indexes, and timelines for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
File legal documents in federal and state courts, including experience with North Carolina e-filing systems.
Track deadlines and maintain attorneys’ calendars including court dates, discovery schedules, and meetings.
Coordinate and schedule depositions, expert witnesses, client meetings, and internal team briefings.
Assist with client communication, intake, and case updates under attorney supervision.
Enter billable time and assist with the tracking of billable hours in accordance with firm guidelines.
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of paralegal/legal assistant experience in a law firm, with 2+ years specifically in construction litigation.
Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures, especially in North Carolina.
Proven experience with e-filing platforms in NC.
Highly proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems (e.g., iManage, NetDocuments).
Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to work under deadlines.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; must be a team player with a positive, professional attitude.
Demonstrated job stability (frequent job changes without solid explanation will not be considered).
Ability to work onsite full-time and hit the ground running with minimal supervision.
Education:
Associate’s Degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent experience required.
North Carolina Certified Paralegal (NCCP) designation preferred.