Legal Assistant

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

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Law Firm Seeking Experienced Legal Assistant for Ad Valorem Tax Group

Job Summary:

Stearns Weaver Miller, a prestigious law firm in Downtown Miami, is currently seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join our Ad Valorem Tax group. This is a full-time, on-site position with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a medium to large law firm. The ideal candidate will have experience in Commercial Litigation and property taxes, as well as knowledge of Ad Valorem law and state court procedures. This position requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist attorneys with day-to-day tasks and administrative functions
- Format, edit, and proofread legal documents
- Prepare packages for hearings and file legal documents with state courts
- Maintain paper and electronic client files and internal Ad Valorem database
- Manage attorneys' calendars and schedule appointments and deadlines
- Perform conflict checks, open and close matters, and assist with business development
- Ensure clients' billing requirements are met and review and edit pre-bills

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant, with 3 years in Commercial Litigation and 2 years in property taxes
- Knowledge of Ad Valorem law and state court procedures
- Experience with e-filing and document management systems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Adobe, and Excel

Stearns Weaver Miller is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status.

Join our team and be a part of a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm! Apply now to start your career as a Legal Assistant with Stearns Weaver Miller.

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Legal Assistant, Administrative Tasks, Document Formatting, E-filing, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Dependability, Teamwork, Independence, Accuracy, Analytical Skills, Detail Oriented, Proofreading, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Word, Adobe, Excel, Electronic Document Management, Technology, Time Management, Pressure Management

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Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to [contact person name] at [email address]. Please include "Legal Assistant - Miami" in the subject line.

Qualification and Experience Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant, Commercial Litigation experience, Property Tax experience, Knowledge of Ad Valorem law and state court procedures, E-filing knowledge, Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, Dependability, Team player, Ability to work independently, Accuracy, Analytical skills, Detail oriented, Proofreading skills, Organizational skills, Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Adobe, and Excel, Familiarity with electronic document management systems, Willingness to learn new technology and skills

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