Litigation Legal Assistant

Boyd & Jenerette, PA; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with profit sharing

PTO

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Firm-sponsored social events

Job summary

Boyd & Jenerette, PA, a civil litigation firm focusing on insurance defense, seeks a highly organized Legal Assistant to support our team in Jacksonville. The role requires drafting documents, scheduling, and coordinating with court reporters and experts in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Outlook, Word, and Excel. This is a hybrid, full-time position with a professional, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Communication

Microsoft Office

Organization

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Attendance

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

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.

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.