What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at All Legal Staff, Inc.?
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Legal Assistant to join their legal team. This is a permanent position and the law firm has hired us to recruit for this opportunity. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of legal procedures and regulations, particularly in areas of litigation. This role will involve supporting attorneys in various tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of the office, and contributing to case management.
Duties
- Manage project timelines and ensure deadlines are met for filings and other legal documents.
- Draft correspondence and legal documents, ensuring adherence to proper formatting and legal standards.
- Proofread legal documents for accuracy, clarity, and compliance with applicable laws.
- Maintain organized files and records
- Handle scheduling appointments, hearings, depositions, mediations and trials
- Manage the attorneys calendars for all scheduled events and deadlines
- Be proactive with upcoming deadlines
- Exhibit excellent excellent communication skills with clients, courts, and other legal professionals.
- Other legal administrative duties: handling conflicts in accordance with firm procedures; assisting with time and billing; travel arrangements and other legal administrative tasks.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of law-related terminology and procedures; Florida Rules of Civil Procedure
- Proven project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Exceptional proofreading abilities to ensure all documents are error-free.
- Proficient clerical skills including filing, data entry, and document management.
- Strong written communication skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- State and Federal Court experience, preferred.
If you are passionate about the legal field and eager to contribute to a team's success while developing your skills further, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tampa, FL 33602
Salary : $55,000 - $70,000