On-Site Litigation Assistant: Dynamic Paralegal Support

Morgan & Morgan; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a Litigation Assistant to support daily operations in a fast-paced, on-site environment in Florida. You will manage calendars, organize case files, prepare pleadings, and assist attorneys with discovery and deposits.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish skills, strong writing abilities, and prior paralegal or legal secretary experience. We value meticulous organization and proactive problem-solving as you coordinate client communications, billing, and document

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, paralegal certificate, or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish.
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury related practice areas preferred.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong writing and communication skills; proficient in calendar, depositions, mediation, and hearings.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documents, court rules and procedures.
• Highly organized with tight deadlines and attention to detail.
• Extensive computer/database proficiency: MS Word, Excel, Outlook; 35 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties including scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
• Implement and improve 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 reports, case files, and legal advice.
• 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, interviews, and depositions.
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

Associates degree in paralegal studies

Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a Litigation Assistant to support daily operations in a fast-paced, on-site environment in Florida. You will manage calendars, organize case files, prepare pleadings, and assist attorneys with discovery and deposits.

The role requires bilingual English/Spanish skills, strong writing abilities, and prior paralegal or legal secretary experience. We value meticulous organization and proactive problem-solving as you coordinate client communications, billing, and document