Job Description
A bit about us: We are a Florida based law firm with 16 offices along the east coast. We have more board certified attorneys in business litigation, construction, real estate, and planned development than any other firm in Florida.
We are seeking a highly competent and experienced Permanent Litigation Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team. This role is integral to our law firm and requires an individual with a strong understanding of litigation processes, excellent organizational skills, and a keen attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing case files, coordinating billing, monitoring deadlines, and maintaining attorney calendars. This role requires a strong understanding of legal research, legal case management, and legal document preparation. The successful candidate will also have experience with Compulaw docketing, Nuance, iManage, FileSite, and Aderant. This is a demanding but rewarding role that offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in a busy litigation firm.
Why join us? Medical/Dental/Vision
401k with match
FSA
Life insurance/ AD&D
Hospital indemnity insurance
Short and long term disability
Hybrid remote/onsite work flexibility
Job Details Responsibilities:
As a Permanent Litigation Legal Assistant, your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Maintaining and organizing case files.
- Using Compulaw docketing system to monitor case deadlines.
- Maintaining calendars for attorneys and coordinating billing.
- Preparing and updating case status reports for clients and attorneys.
- Preparing folders for paralegals and attorneys.
- Handling mail and performing legal research.
- Providing litigation support and preparing legal documents.
- Maintaining Florida Bar requirements, CLE, board certification applications, renewals, and court admissions.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Permanent Litigation Legal Assistant position must possess the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a heavy litigation firm.
- Proficient in Compulaw, Nuance, iManage, FileSite, and Aderant.
- Familiarity with Florida Rules of Civil Procedures and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.
- Must be a team player with a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently when required.
- Must maintain Florida Bar requirements, including CLE, board certification applications, renewals, and court admissions.
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