Litigation Legal Assistant: Precise Case Support

Kaufman Dolowich LLP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orlando office of Kaufman Dolowich, a leading full-service national law firm, is seeking an experienced legal assistant to join the growing team. This role provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys and requires exceptional organization, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced law firm environment.

Responsibilities include drafting and proofreading documents, managing complex document production, preparing court filings, e-filing,

Qualifications

• Experience in a law firm is preferred.
• Exceptional organization skills are required.
• Excellent writing and communication abilities are essential.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.
• Teamwork oriented and collaborative.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required.
• Knowledge of legal terminology and principles is important.
• Ability to analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, edits and proofs a variety of documents (correspondence, agreements and pleadings).
• Manages and assists with complex document production (including Bates Stamping).
• Drafts pleadings and correspondence; prepares and finalizes discovery.
• Prepares court filings and service copies.
• Creates Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities in Word with accuracy.
• Traditional and electronic filing in Federal courts and Court of Appeals.
• Supports discovery responses accurately and efficiently.
• Communicates with court staff on various issues.
• Handles mail and calendar deadlines, court appearances, meetings, mediations.
• Maintains calendars and coordinates meetings, depositions, and conference rooms.
• Prepares Trial Memorandum and calendars appearances/deadlines.
• Schedules depositions, mediations, and coordinates court reporters.
• Scans and uploads documents to document management systems.
• Assists with trial preparation and creating trial notebooks.
• Creates Masters for new files and client communications.
• Answers telephones and provides follow-up with clients and counsel.
• Performs other duties to support firm operations.

Skills

Organization

Excellent writing

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Legal terminology

Documentation analysis

Tools

Microsoft Word

Document management systems

Job description

The Orlando office of Kaufman Dolowich, a leading full-service national law firm, is seeking an experienced legal assistant to join the growing team. This role provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys and requires exceptional organization, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced law firm environment.

Responsibilities include drafting and proofreading documents, managing complex document production, preparing court filings, e-filing,