Litigation Legal Assistant

Boyd & Jenerette, P.A.; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package (health

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO

Parental Leave

Regular firm-sponsored social events

Job summary

Boyd & Jenerette, a civil litigation firm in Jacksonville, FL, seeks a motivated Legal Assistant to support our litigation team. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

This full-time, hybrid role involves drafting legal documents, scheduling meetings, coordinating with court reporters and witnesses, and maintaining calendars and files.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with lawsuit summaries, litigation files, and legal record maintenance.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts.
• Schedule and organize client meetings, hearings, and attorney conferences.
• Coordinate with court reporters, expert witnesses, and other services.
• Prepare expense reports and check requests.
• Manage attorneys' calendars and Outlook email.
• Assist with case screening, investigation, and e-filing pleadings.
• Prepare discovery documents and assist with pretrial prep.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Team player

Attendance reliability

Administrative tasks

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Boyd & Jenerette

Boyd & Jenerette is an experienced, forward thinking and diverse civil litigation law firm that represents major insurance companies, as well as individuals, public and private business organizations. The firm's primary focus is on all aspects of insurance defense litigation.

Mission

Our mission is to defend with diligence, advocate with integrity, and achieve the best possible result for our clients.

Position Summary

Boyd & Jenerette is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our team. We offer a professional and collaborative environment where efficiency, organization, and client service are key. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a solid work ethic, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Location & Commitments

• Practice Area / Department: Litigation
• Status: Full-Time / Non-Exempt
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week.
• Work Location: Hybrid: Three days per week in our Jacksonville, FL office

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and contracts.
• Schedule and organize client meetings, hearings, and attorney conferences.
• Coordinate with court reporters, expert witnesses, and other services.
• Prepare expense reports and check requests.
• Manage attorneys' calendars and Outlook email.
• Assist with case screening, investigation, and e-filing pleadings.
• Prepare discovery documents and assist with pretrial prep.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Competencies

• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role (insurance defense preferred).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of court and administrative proceedings.
• Familiarity with lawsuit summaries, litigation files, and legal record maintenance.
• Proficiency in administrative tasks.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and ancillary options) with firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• PTO.
• Parental Leave.
• Regular firm-sponsored social events.

For more information, please visit us at www.boydjen.com.