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Miami, FL

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$85,000

employment type

Direct Hire

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Legal Services

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Career Group

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This is an internal opportunity within Career Group Companies, a premier, Women-Owned recruitment and advisory firm recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Recruiting Firms. With over 40 years of experience, we are known for our high-touch, personalized approach and our commitment to excellence.

Legal Assistant - Construction

Our client, a leading global law firm, is seeking a Construction Legal Support Specialist to join their dynamic Real Estate practice in Miami. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organized legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to support a collaborative, high-performing team.

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Schedule: Full-time | Overtime as needed

‍Compensation: Up to $85,000 base + bonus + full benefits package

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive support on construction and real estate matters, including litigation, transactional work, and strategic initiatives
  • Manage attorney calendars, coordinate client communications, and assist with monthly billing and compliance tracking
  • Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, memoranda, and closing materials with accuracy and efficiency
  • Coordinate title matters, conduct lien searches, and manage electronic filings and recordings (e.g., Simplifile)
  • Organize legal files, update case materials, and ensure accurate documentation across systems
  • Assist with travel arrangements, process expenses, enter attorney time, and draft engagement letters
  • Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal stakeholders
  • Collaborate with paralegals and legal support staff on overflow work and special projects
  • Navigate firm resources to recommend solutions tailored to client needs

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Required Skills & Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years of legal support experience in a real estate or construction practice at a mid-to-large law firm
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Experience with iManage preferred; bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
  • Strong knowledge of local and federal court rules and e-filing procedures
  • Familiarity with billing systems and adherence to client billing guidelines
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities, paired with sound judgment and discretion

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Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • Strong administrative foundation, including calendar management, travel coordination, and invoice processing

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If you're an experienced legal support professional looking to grow within a global firm, we encourage you to submit your resume for immediate consideration.

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