Our busy Florida family law firm is looking for an efficient, organized legal assistant to help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and ensure we’re operating efficiently. You’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents, coordinating hearings and mediation, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you. Responsibilities: Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines Help with creating a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when necessary Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events Accept other administrative tasks as needed to assist the team and ensure the firm runs smoothly Qualifications: Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position Candidates should be able to type at least 50 words per minute High school diploma or equivalent is required; associate’s degree is a plus Proficient with MS Office products Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a law firm or office environment as an administrative assistant or secretary Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment Candidates must have worked with legal software, case management, and docketing programs Compensation: $15 - $25 hourly

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