Grace Design Studios

Grace Design Studios is a national architecture and design firm built on a legacy of technical excellence, creative problem-solving, and integrity. Our Forensic Architecture team provides expert consulting and testimony in matters involving building performance, design defects, and construction issues. We are seeking an organized, resourceful Administrative & Research Assistant to provide critical support to our Forensic Architecture division.

Responsibilities

• Assist Forensic Architects and Testifying Experts in research, analysis, and document preparation for ongoing cases.
• Organize and maintain case files (both digital and physical), ensuring completeness and accessibility of all project documentation.
• Support preparation of consulting agreements, case summaries, and exhibits.
• Conduct background research on building codes, construction methods, and project records.
• Prepare and track case documentation, fee collection efforts, and correspondence.
• Coordinate scheduling, travel, and meeting logistics for expert engagements.
• Assist with marketing materials, case references, and division database maintenance.
• Participate in maintaining case tracking systems and library archives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, legal studies, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in an administrative, research, or technical support role (architecture, construction, or legal environment a plus).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with data management systems; familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, or similar design software preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including document editing and proofreading.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently and collaboratively in a hybrid team environment.

What We Offer

• Be part of a highly specialized, collaborative team working on challenging and meaningful projects.
• Hybrid flexibility with access to modern tools and resources.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and expanding division.

Why Join Us?

At Grace Design Studios, we believe in more than great work—we live our values: Do Good. Be Great. As a Paralegal, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our Forensic Architecture team, contributing to complex legal and technical cases involving building performance, design defects, and construction issues. You’ll assist our architects and expert witnesses with research, documentation, and case management, ensuring accuracy, organization, and efficiency throughout every stage of our engagements. This is an opportunity to grow your expertise in a collaborative, intellectually engaging environment at the intersection of law, design, and construction.