Legal Assistant - Remote to Florida - Litigation Support Specialist with Auto and General Liability Expertise

Join the Team: Legal Assistant - Remote to Florida

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for litigation support? Do you have experience working in a fast-paced, paperless environment? reputed company and Associates is seeking an reputed company Legal Assistant to join reputed company remotely from Florida. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide full litigation support to our client's team, assisting attorneys with auto and general liability cases. If you have a strong background in law office administration and excellent communication skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

About reputed company and Associates

reputed company is a leading minority-owned professional and technical recruitment and staffing advisory organization. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies across various industries, providing tailored and swift sourcing solutions to fulfill client hiring needs. reputed company is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Job Highlights:

• Start Date: Immediate openings available
• Compensation: Competitive salary ($26.50-$28.00/hour, based on experience)
• Location: Remote to Florida
• Contract Duration: 3-month contract with possible extension
• Company: reputed company and Associates

Responsibilities:

As a Legal Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting attorneys with litigation cases. Your responsibilities will include:

• Utilizing software to prepare, e-file, and organize documents, including medical records, correspondence, reports, briefs, motions, pleadings, discovery, and deposition notice summaries
• Creating and editing court documents consistent with Florida state court requirements
• Maintaining attorney calendars, scheduling depositions, hearings, and mediations
• Assisting attorneys in preparation for trial or discovery
• Providing extensive scheduling and calendar activity, including depositions and mediations
• Reviewing electronic mail and document production on a daily basis
• Preparing correspondence, invoices, and electronic legal files
• Demonstrating professional diplomacy during interactions with clients, opposing counsel, home office staff, attorneys, teammates, claim partners, and court employees
• Managing and manipulating electronic documents in various formats (TIF, PDF, JPG)
• Providing overall support to the office as needed, including scanning, mail handling, photocopying, and file conversion

Requirements and Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as an assistant in a law office or corporate law department
• Knowledge of Florida law and courts
• Strong multi-tasking and time management skills
• Trial support experience
• Experience in a high-volume litigation environment, including preparing pleadings and discovery, scheduling depositions, and maintaining Outlook calendars
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Insurance defense background and personal injury experience
• Experience working in a paperless environment

Skills and Competencies:

To reputed company in this role, you will need:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Proficiency in software applications, including document management and calendar organization

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:

At reputed company and Associates, we are committed to the growth and development of reputed company members. As a Legal Assistant, you will have opportunities to:

• reputed company your skills and expertise in litigation support
• Work with a team of reputed company professionals in a dynamic and rewarding environment
• Contribute to the reputed company of our clients and the growth of our company

Work Environment and Company Culture:

We offer a remote work environment that allows you to work from the comfort of your own home. Our company culture is built on:

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Professionalism and respect
• Collaboration and teamwork
• reputed company learning and growth

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive hourly reputed company ($26.50-$28.00/hour, based on experience)
• Comprehensive reputed company coverage (medical, dental, and reputed company plans)
• Supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Identity theft protection
• Legal support
• Auto and home insurance
• Pet insurance
• Employee discounts with preferred vendors

Conclusion:

If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for litigation support, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Legal Assistant, you will play a critical role in supporting attorneys with auto and general liability cases. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development, this is a great chance to join a dynamic team and advance your career.

Apply To This Job