Description
At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods.
We are seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team in Tampa, Florida. As a Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team.
Responsibilities:
- Perform administrative duties such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
- Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
- Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
- Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow.
- Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.
- Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts.
- Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice.
- Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney.
- Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
- Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred.
- At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal.
- Experience in Social Security, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or other injury-related practice areas (preferred).
- Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
- Great written and communication skills, be proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings.
- Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc.
- Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail.
- Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm.
Benefits:
- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays