On-Site Litigation Assistant: Detail-Driven Case Support

Socket.dev; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan in Florida is seeking an Administrative Assistant to work closely with a lead attorney and a litigation paralegal. The successful candidate will schedule hearings, organize case files, manage logistics, and maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.

Responsibilities also include organizing exhibits, drafting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence, supporting client billing, and coordinating with clients and witnesses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Paralegal degree or certificate preferred.
• 2+ years as Administrative Assistant in a law firm or corporate legal dept preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule calendar hearings and deadlines, organize case files, and manage logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Implement and improve administrative processes for efficiency.
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence 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 reports and case files.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending bills and resolving billing issues with the billing attorney.
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings and depositions.
• Manage filing systems and provide general administrative support, including travel arrangements.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies

Bachelor’s Degree

Paralegal Certificate

Job description

Morgan & Morgan in Florida is seeking an Administrative Assistant to work closely with a lead attorney and a litigation paralegal. The successful candidate will schedule hearings, organize case files, manage logistics, and maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.

Responsibilities also include organizing exhibits, drafting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence, supporting client billing, and coordinating with clients and witnesses.