Litigation Legal Assistant - West Palm Beach

Wicker Smith; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Wicker Smith seeks an experienced Legal Assistant to join our West Palm Beach, Florida office. The role supports attorneys in civil litigation, performing comprehensive administrative and litigation tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while delivering exceptional client service. Proficiency with Word/Outlook and the ability to lift up to 35 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Office Suite.
• Experience with ProLaw Case Management Software (or similar) preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines independently.
• Typing speed of at least 45 words per minute.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Manage scheduling and calendaring of hearings, depositions, mediations, conferences, and related events.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, correspondence, and discovery documents.
• Prepare attorneys for hearings, depositions, and other proceedings.
• Handle incoming pleadings, mail, and invoices.
• Perform electronic court filings and maintain organized case files.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, experts, and court personnel.
• Support attorneys and team members as needed to ensure efficient case management.

Skills

2-5 years experience

MS Word

Outlook

Office Suite

ProLaw

Organizational skills

Communication

Writing

Typing 45 wpm

Lifting 35 lbs

Tools

ProLaw

Job description

Wicker Smith seeks an experienced Legal Assistant to join our West Palm Beach, Florida office. The role supports attorneys in civil litigation, performing comprehensive administrative and litigation tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities while delivering exceptional client service. Proficiency with Word/Outlook and the ability to lift up to 35 lbs are required.