Litigation Assistant — Trial Prep & Research

Farah & Farah Personal Injury Lawyers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Employer Paid Short Term Disability &

Job summary

Farah & Farah is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant to support our attorneys in a fast-paced Florida practice. With a minimum of 2 years in a legal environment, you will organize case files, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and assist with trials, hearings, and depositions.

You will maintain case management systems, conduct legal research, and communicate clearly with clients, witnesses, and court personnel while meeting deadlines and staying professional.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a litigation assistant or in a similar legal role.
• Familiarity with legal terminology and litigation processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and maintain professionalism under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions by organizing case files, drafting pleadings, and preparing discovery documents.
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case management systems, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and court personnel regarding case updates and scheduling.
• File documents with courts and maintain compliance with all local and federal regulations.
• Prepare and organize trial exhibits and materials.
• Assist in gathering, reviewing, and summarizing evidence and documents.
• Provide general administrative support, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and maintaining files.

Skills

Litigation knowledge

Legal terminology

MS Office

Case management software

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Legal case management software

Job description

Farah & Farah is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant to support our attorneys in a fast-paced Florida practice. With a minimum of 2 years in a legal environment, you will organize case files, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and assist with trials, hearings, and depositions.

You will maintain case management systems, conduct legal research, and communicate clearly with clients, witnesses, and court personnel while meeting deadlines and staying professional.