Legal Assistant - Construction Law
Raleigh, NC
Category: Administrative
Salary: 62,000.00
Reference ID: 10043301
Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/HTHkOU
Job Title: Legal Assistant – Construction
Location (city, state): Raleigh, NC
Industry: Legal Services / Construction Law
Pay: Up to $65,000 depending on relevant experience
About Our Client:
Addison Group is partnering with a well-established law firm to hire a skilled Legal Assistant supporting a Construction Law division in Raleigh, NC. This position is a great opportunity for a legal professional with experience in construction law, looking to support a high-performing team of attorneys in both litigation and transactional work.
Job Description:
The Legal Assistant will provide administrative and legal support to attorneys handling construction-related matters. This includes preparing and filing legal documents, managing attorney calendars, coordinating with clients, and supporting contract work. The position requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a deadline-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Format and prepare legal documents such as pleadings, contracts, briefs, and correspondence
- Assist with drafting and finalizing documents for motions, discovery, and trial preparation
- File documents with state and federal courts using electronic systems
- Support contract drafting and revisions, including AIA and custom contracts
- Maintain legal files, both electronic and physical, ensuring they are current and organized
- Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, appointments, and travel using Outlook
- Prepare exhibit binders, indexes, and trial materials as needed
- Assist with client communication, scheduling, and internal team coordination
- Process administrative tasks such as conflict checks, expense reports, and matter openings
- Coordinate meetings, depositions, and remote conferences
- Provide flexibility for occasional overtime during urgent deadlines
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or legal assistant certificate preferred
- Minimum 3 years of legal assistant experience, including at least 2 years in commercial construction law
- Strong knowledge of court filing procedures and electronic filing systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Familiarity with legal document management systems (e.g., Worksite/Filesite) is a plus
- Excellent proofreading, formatting, and document preparation skills
- Strong communication, time management, and organizational abilities
- Ability to work independently while being a collaborative team player
Additional Details:
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
- Office-based role with flexibility for occasional evening or weekend hours
- Requires regular computer use and multitasking in a professional setting
- Interaction with attorneys, clients, and legal support teams is frequent and essential
Perks:
- Join a respected and collaborative legal team
- Exposure to both litigation and transactional work within a growing practice area
- Opportunities for long-term career development
- Supportive work environment with a professional culture
- Consistent weekday schedule with flexible overtime when needed
| Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. |
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