Litigation Assistant - New Grads Welcome

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. seeks a qualified Litigation Assistant to support day-to-day operations and assist the legal team in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on administrative services, filing, scheduling, and efficient workflow management.

The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving skills, solid work ethic, and experience in a law firm or corporate legal setting. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a large personal injury practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal.
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury related practice areas (preferred).
• Must possess the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
• Great written and communication skills, proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings.
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail.
• Extensive computer and database expertise, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and type no less than 35 wpm.

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

Bilingual English & Spanish

Administrative experience

Personal injury exposure

Multitasking

Written & verbal communication

Litigation basics

Organization

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paralegal degree/cert/certificate or bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. seeks a qualified Litigation Assistant to support day-to-day operations and assist the legal team in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on administrative services, filing, scheduling, and efficient workflow management.

The ideal candidate has strong problem-solving skills, solid work ethic, and experience in a law firm or corporate legal setting. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a large personal injury practice.