Legal Assistant - Dynamic Case & Admin Support

Morganmorganjobsapplynow; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team. You will manage the law firm's day-to-day operations, support the legal team, and handle administrative services in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and the ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail. Remote or hybrid work is not eligible, and experience in personal injury or related practice areas is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, paralegal certificate, or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred).
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department).
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury related practice areas (preferred).
• Must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
• Great written and communication skills, be proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings.
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, practices, etc.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Remote and/or hybrid not eligible.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage 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 depositions
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

Skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team. You will manage the law firm's day-to-day operations, support the legal team, and handle administrative services in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and the ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail. Remote or hybrid work is not eligible, and experience in personal injury or related practice areas is a plus.