Legal Assistant

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the Social Security team. The role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to handle a varied caseload while assisting attorneys with drafting documents and correspondence.

The position is on-site, with duties including scheduling, document management, and interaction with clients and witnesses. Prior legal/medical/social services experience is preferred, along with an educational background in paralegal

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• At least 1 year of working legal, medical, or social services experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and presentation ability.

Responsibilities

• Schedule calendar hearings and deadlines; organize case files and logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Improve administrative processes for efficiency.
• Compile and organize evidence for attorney review and case prep.
• Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence.
• Research regulations and legal articles to aid reports and files.
• Assist with client billing and resolve billing issues with billing attorney.
• Schedule meetings, interviews, and hearings with clients and witnesses.
• Maintain filing systems, paper and electronic, and support attorney travel.

Skills

Communication skills

Highly organized

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Job 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. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

The hourly rate for this position is $20 per hour

Summary

We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Social Security team. As a Legal Assistant you must be highly organized and able to work on a varied caseload, take pride in what you do, and assist the attorney in preparing documents and correspondence as needed.

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 hearings
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
• Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements

Qualification

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
• Prior experience as a case manager in a Veteran Affairs department (preferred)
• At least 1 year of working legal, medical, or social services experience (preferred)
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skill
• This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. We’ve found that being in the office helps new team members get up to speed quickly and feel more connected.

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Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full‑time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

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