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Legal Assistant - Criminal Law

Rossen Law Firm

Legal Assistant - Criminal Law

Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Rossen Law Firm is a growing criminal defense law firm in Fort Lauderdale that provides a meaningful and compassionate defense to each of our clients. We love helping good people when something bad happens. Our legal team is committed to producing outstanding results and building relationships with our clients. You will be part of a thriving dream team comprised of dedicated, sharp, funny, and talented individuals and will be deeply involved in our commitment to providing our clients with the respect, understanding, and compassion that they deserve. We like to work hard but also have fun. About the Role We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join a team devoted to providing the best criminal defense legal services to our South Florida community. The Legal Assistant's primary responsibility is to complete project work as assigned. This involves anticipating project needs, managing workload, and producing the highest quality work in a timely manner. We are looking for someone with strong project ownership, data analysis, and communication skills who thrives when working in a collaborative team environment. Who Should Apply If you are passionate about work, have a great work ethic, and have a genuine interest in criminal defense, RLF is the workplace for you. If you are ambitious and driven, RLF is the workplace for you. If you thrive on challenges and constantly set goals for yourself, RLF is the workplace for you. If you love working in a fast-paced environment, RLF is the workplace for you. If you are kind and compassionate toward good people that are undergoing an unfortunate situation, RLF is the workplace for you. We Take Care of Our People • Completive pay based on your experience and background • Health coverage • A generous number of vacation days each year including court holidays. • 401(k) with guaranteed employer contribution Rossen Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment. The firm encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law. Responsibilities: • Prepare, review and edit a wide range of legal documents and correspondence of a confidential nature, and ensure high quality, accuracy, and comprehensiveness • Manage cases through the use of a practice management system. • Open and close files in a timely fashion • Manage a large workload of cases. • Maintain the attorney calendar by planning and scheduling conferences, meetings, hearings and depositions • Represent your attorney by communicating and obtaining information from clients when requested; following up on delegated assignments; knowing when to act and when to refer matters to attorney • Subpoena witnesses and records • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities, and manage time and deadline-driven workload • Perform duties with due diligence and a proactive approach • Reporting directly to your assigned attorney and anticipate their needs. Qualifications: • Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred • 3+ years of related experience providing project support in a professional services firm • Experience in criminal law is preferred but not required. • Above average proficiency in Microsoft and Google applications and Case Management Software • Strong customer service skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • An organized approach to multitasking in a high activity environment • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment • A self-starter who is reliable, resourceful, and detail-oriented • Ability to handle highly sensitive situations in a professional, confidential and courteous manner • Compassionate, patient, and empathetic personality What Will Set You Apart • Leadership: Have the desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and firm • Time Management Skills: Know how to prioritize your work • Client Service: Have the mindset to provide impeccable customer service • Toughness: Have the work ethic and positive attitude to thrive during difficult situations.

    • Prepare, review and edit a wide range of legal documents and correspondence of a confidential nature, and ensure high quality, accuracy, and comprehensiveness • Manage cases through the use of a practice management system. • Open and close files in a timely fashion • Manage a large workload of cases. • Maintain the attorney calendar by planning and scheduling conferences, meetings, hearings and depositions • Represent your attorney by communicating and obtaining information from clients when requested; following up on delegated assignments; knowing when to act and when to refer matters to attorney • Subpoena witnesses and records • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, set reasonable priorities, and manage time and deadline-driven workload • Perform duties with due diligence and a proactive approach • Reporting directly to your assigned attorney and anticipate their needs.