Job Description

Job Title: Legal Assistant

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Job Overview:

Our Client is seeking a professional, experienced, and highly organized Legal Assistant to join their Fort Lauderdale office , supporting the Partner and attorneys in their Commercial Litigation Practice Group . This is a full-time, in-office role in a fast-paced legal environment with a strong emphasis on accuracy, reliability, and teamwork.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary range: $60,000 – $65,000 annually
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation , sick time , and holiday pay
• A positive, collaborative work environment with room for professional growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing high volume practice
• Schedule numerous hearings and maintain attorney calendar
• Maintain attorneys’ paper and electronic files
• Prepare and edit legal documents and correspondence
• E-file documents with courts
• Other administrative duties as needed

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary in litigation
• Strong knowledge of Florida court filing systems and e-filing procedures
• Experience with scheduling hearings, depositions, and maintaining litigation calendars
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience with document management software preferred (training available)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow complex instructions
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Professional, team-oriented demeanor and a positive, can-do attitude

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