On-Site Legal Assistant — Fast-Paced Litigation Support

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Buffalo (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, providing administrative support to the legal team, and ensuring efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision. This on-site position offers opportunities to gain direct experience alongside a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department).
• Experience in Social Security, Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation, Premises Liability, or other injury related practice areas (preferred).
• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
• Great written and communication skills; proficient in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures, etc.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Extensive computer and database expertise.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties (scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, manage logistics).
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow.
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts.
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.

Skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

Communication skills

Typing 35 wpm

Calendar management

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree in paralegal studies / paralegal certificate / bachelor's degree

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan, P.A. is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, providing administrative support to the legal team, and ensuring efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision. This on-site position offers opportunities to gain direct experience alongside a collaborative team.