Legal Support Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Law Firm

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Legal Support Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Law Firm Non Legal Department

Min 4 yrs required

No

**Job Title**
Legal Support Specialist

**Job Responsibilities**
The Legal Support Specialist plays a crucial role in providing high-level legal support within the litigation team at a law firm. The responsibilities include:

- Coordinating the creation, editing, proofreading, and processing of various legal documents such as correspondence, memoranda, closing documents, and pleadings as requested by the assigned attorneys.
- Maintaining legal files in both paper and electronic formats, organizing and filing documents systematically.
- Updating case information, scanning, and organizing legal files to ensure all documentation is current and accessible.
- Managing document deliveries and tracking final executed documentation to ensure all legal processes are completed efficiently.
- Receiving and evaluating telephone calls for supported attorneys, fielding calls, and conveying messages as necessary to ensure effective communication.
- Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and liaisons to facilitate smooth legal proceedings and client interactions.
- Collaborating with Administrative Support Coordinators, Paralegals, and other legal support team members to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
- Utilizing firm resources effectively to achieve desired results and improve service delivery.
- Assisting with overflow work and other special projects as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

**Education and Experience Information**
- A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience is preferred for this position.
- A minimum of 4 years of experience within a law firm is required, indicating a strong background in legal support functions.

**Skills & Competencies**
- Proficiency in handling administrative tasks, including attorney time entry, travel arrangements, and processing invoices and expenses.
- High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively are essential for success in this role.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, along with a professional demeanor and presentation.
- Ability to collaborate well within a team, demonstrating a cooperative and supportive attitude.
- Recognition of confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintaining such information as confidential.
- Demonstrates professionalism, technical proficiency, and the ability to handle multiple priorities while working in an organized and efficient manner.
- Capable of working under pressure to meet strict deadlines, showing resilience and time management skills.

**Technology**
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook, as well as document management and other office technologies.
- Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, or agency rules relevant to the assigned practice group or department, such as State and Federal court filing, including e-filings.
- Experience with I manage, indicating familiarity with document management systems.

**Salary Information**
The text does not provide specific salary information. However, the position offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.

**Additional Information**
The role requires regular in-office presence in Fort Lauderdale to support day-to-day operations, team meetings, training opportunities, and relationship building. The law firm emphasizes an inclusive workplace, committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics, adhering to principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.