Construction Litigation Paralegal - Birmingham, AL

POSITION: Paralegal

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Paralegal

SUPERVISOR: Office Paralegal Manager

SUMMARY:

The Construction Litigation Paralegal provides comprehensive support to attorneys throughout all stages of the litigation process, with a focus on complex construction-related disputes. Working under general supervision and in accordance with Firm policies and procedures, this role assists with case development, fact investigation, document management, discovery, deposition and trial preparation, and post-trial activities.

The Paralegal serves as a key member of the litigation team, helping manage case deadlines, organize and maintain case files, prepare and review legal documents, summarize records and testimony, and coordinate litigation support activities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple matters simultaneously while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, client service, and confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential functions are primarily job duties that incumbents must be able to perform unassisted or with some reasonable accommodation made by the employer.

• Conducting fact investigations and case research
• Drafting, editing, proofreading, and cite-checking pleadings and legal documents
• Preparing and responding to written discovery
• Organizing and managing case files and litigation databases
• Assisting with depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Coordinating document production and exhibit preparation
• Supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation, including post-trial proceedings
• Managing case deadlines and maintaining litigation calendars

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience, preferably involving construction litigation matters
• Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program
• Strong organizational skills with experience managing both paper and electronic files
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments, attorneys, and case deadlines simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience recording billable time required
• Proficiency with:
• Adobe Acrobat
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• State and federal e-filing systems

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, extreme temperatures and the like.

ADDITIONAL INFO

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.

All employees are required to comply with BDBCB's information privacy and security requirements including its acceptable use policy. Such requirements are dictated by laws and regulations, by professional standards and by the marketplace and are directly applicable to BDBCB as well as to BDBCB through its clients.