Clerical Assistant

Hightower & Hightower, P.A. is a plaintiff’s law firm that has been fighting for accident victim justice since 1976, and is seeking an experienced scheduling assistant/clerical assistant. Our caseload is growing and the ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, and committed to helping us meet our clients’ needs. In return you will get the opportunity to work with a great, hard-working team where you will expand your skills and knowledge within the industry. Salary offered commensurate with experience, and includes full benefits.

Essential Job Functions :

• Maintain and calendar deadlines
• Schedule depositions, pre-depositions, meetings, meditations, hearings
• Document management using Microsoft Outlook, Aderant Total Office, Word, WordPerfect, Excel, Adobe
• E-file legal documents in Florida’s E-Portal System
• Assist attorneys in preparing the conference rooms for depositions, mediations, hearings, and conferences.
• Draft legal court documents, such as notices, letters and subpoenas
• Send out correspondence to parties/non-parties via email, regular mail, or certified mail
• Communicate with clients
• Perform additional duties as required by Attorneys

Experience/Requirements :

• Prior Scheduling experience preferred but not required
• Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Social Security, or other injury related practice areas a plus
• At least 1 year of working experience in an office setting preferred but not required
• Ability to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently
• Possess excellent organization skills and be able to multitask and prioritize workload
• Team-oriented

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hightower & Hightower, P.A. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $19