Legal Assistant - Fast-Paced Injury-Law Support

Morgan & Morgan; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, a leading personal injury law firm, seeks a qualified Legal Assistant to support day-to-day operations and assist the legal team. This role requires strong organization, problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (GED accepted) with 1+ year of administrative experience, preferably in a law firm, and solid skills in calendar management, document drafting, and client communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1+ year admin experience in a legal setting preferred.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies/certificate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience in Social Security, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises Liability, or related practice areas preferred.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; proficient in calendar deposits, mediation, and hearings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; typing at least 35 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties (scheduling hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, coordinating logistics).
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Improve administrative processes for 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 reports and case files.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending bills, and resolving billing issues with the billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
• Maintain filing systems (paper and electronic).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Administrative support

Legal environment

Calendar management

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Typing 35 wpm

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paralegal studies or certificate preferred

Tools

Calendar software

Job description

Morgan & Morgan, a leading personal injury law firm, seeks a qualified Legal Assistant to support day-to-day operations and assist the legal team. This role requires strong organization, problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (GED accepted) with 1+ year of administrative experience, preferably in a law firm, and solid skills in calendar management, document drafting, and client communication.