Franchise Paralegal - Fort Lauderdale
Direct CounselFort Lauderdale, Florida, United States • United States
Posted November 13, 2025
100000 - 115000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Franchise Paralegal position with Am Law 100 firm seeking paralegal to join Corporate & Transactional Practice Group. The Franchise Paralegal will support the firm's franchise practice by managing franchise disclosures, state registrations, renewals, and filings, as well as maintaining direct client communication throughout the process.
Requirements
- Paralegal Certificate or related degree preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience
- Strong understanding of franchise practice, including disclosures, agreements, renewals, and state-specific filings
- Excellent drafting, proofreading, and analytical skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, adaptable, and detail-oriented
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and sick leave
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
- PTO