Legal Assistant – Business Law

GrayRobinson, P.A. Nationwide Alcohol Industry Practice; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

GrayRobinson, P.A. seeks a full-time Legal Assistant in our Gainesville office. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of transactional experience and may have exposure to health law, real estate, land use, or environmental matters.

Responsibilities include assisting attorneys with legal tasks and handling administrative duties in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication, proofreading, drafting, and multitasking abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of transactional experience.
• Administrative experience in a professional setting is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with legal and administrative tasks.
• Handle receptionist and clerical duties as needed.
• Demonstrate time management and organizational skills; work under deadlines.

Skills

Transactional experience

Administrative experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proofreading & drafting

Team collaboration

Job description

GrayRobinson, a full-service law and government consulting firm with 16 offices in Florida and Washington, D.C., has an immediate full-time Legal Assistant opening in our Gainesville office with at least 3 years of transactional experience. This includes creating legal documents and correspondence, and interacting with courts and/or local government offices or agencies. Experience with health law, real estate, land use, or environmental matters is a plus.

A successful candidate will also have administrative experience, the ability to multitask in a fast-paced professional environment, and excellent communication skills. Primary duties include assisting assigned attorneys with legal and administrative tasks and handling various receptionist and clerical tasks. The ideal candidate possesses multiple skills, keen attention to detail, and effective proofreading and drafting skills. They must also have strong multitasking and organizational skills, knowledge and experience with a document management system, and the ability to work effectively with others under deadlines. Excellent time management and communication skills, both written and oral, are necessary.

We provide a professional work environment and a competitive employment package, including comprehensive insurance and other employment benefits. GrayRobinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.