Legal Assistant (On-Site)

Min 2 yrs required

Full-time

No

SEO-Friendly Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant at Fort Lauderdale Law Firm

H1: Join Our Team as a Litigation Legal Assistant at Kaufman Dolowich Law Firm in Fort Lauderdale

H2: Job Summary: Litigation Legal Assistant at Kaufman Dolowich Law Firm in Fort Lauderdale

Law Firm Seeking Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant for On-Site Position in Fort Lauderdale

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, edit, and proofread various legal documents
• Manage and assist with complex document production
• Draft pleadings and correspondence
• File documents with various courts, both traditional and e-filings
• Prepare documents for mandatory e-filing in state and federal courts
• Create tables of contents and authorities with accuracy
• E-file in federal courts and Court of Appeals
• Prepare and finalize discovery requests and responses
• Communicate with court staff regarding various issues
• Maintain calendars and track deadlines for cases
• Schedule meetings, depositions, and conference calls
• Coordinate court reporter and videographer for depositions
• Scan and upload documents to Neos
• Assist with trial preparation, including creating trial notebooks and coordinating copy jobs
• Answer phone calls and take detailed messages
• Provide follow up and interact with clients, outside counsel, and others as requested
• Other duties as needed to support the firm and office operations

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a law firm setting
• Litigation experience preferred
• Exceptional organization skills
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
• Teamwork oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Knowledge of legal terminology and principles
• Ability to analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work independently with limited guidance

Salary Information: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Experience Information: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a law firm setting is required for this position.

Department: Legal Assistant

Overview:

• Fort Lauderdale law firm seeking experienced Litigation Legal Assistant
• Join a growing, dynamic firm with over 200 attorneys nationwide
• AV-rated® firm designated as one of the “Best Companies to Work For” by . News & World Report
• On-site position with strict confidentiality requirements

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of previous law firm experience
• Litigation experience preferred
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
• Teamwork oriented
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Knowledge of legal terminology and principles

Kaufman Dolowich Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law.

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Litigation, organization, writing, communication, multitasking, Microsoft Office, legal terminology, customer service, teamwork, independent work

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Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the email provided.

Qualification and Experience Previous law firm experience, 2+ years, knowledge of legal terminology and principles

Legal