Litigation Assistant - Boca Raton, FL

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Litigation Assistant to join our dynamic legal team in Boca Raton, FL. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in a fast-paced environment, specifically handling high-volume commercial litigation and commercial eviction cases. This role is critical to our firm's success and requires an individual who can manage a significant caseload with precision and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and organize case files from inception through to post-judgment collections.

• Prepare, review, and draft a wide range of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and correspondence.

• Handle all aspects of electronic filing (e-filing) with state and federal courts.

• Maintain and manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, mediations, and deadlines.

• Assist with all phases of trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, preparing trial binders, and coordinating with witnesses.

• Conduct legal research and retrieve court records as needed.

• Manage the discovery process, including the preparation and tracking of interrogatories, requests for production, and admissions.

• Assist with post-judgment collection efforts, including garnishments and levies.

• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a litigation assistant, legal assistant, or paralegal in a law firm setting.

• Demonstrated experience in high-volume commercial litigation is required. Experience with commercial evictions is highly preferred.

• Proficiency in e-filing systems (State and Federal), legal research platforms, and case management software.

• Strong experience with trial preparation, calendaring, and discovery processes.

• Excellent legal drafting and proofreading skills.

• Familiarity with collections procedures.

• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.