Personal Injury Legal Assistant (P102/o)

Denovo Review; Ponte Vedra Beach (FL); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Descripción de la vacante

A well-established law firm in Florida is seeking a detail-oriented Personal Injury Legal Assistant. This role demands strong organizational skills and expertise in personal injury law, assisting attorneys through all phases of case management while ensuring exceptional client service. Ideal candidates will possess at least three years of relevant experience and excellent multitasking abilities.

Formación

• 3+ years of experience as a Personal Injury Legal Assistant.
• Proficient in legal research and online legal databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Assist attorneys in case preparation and management.
• Draft and review legal documents including pleadings and motions.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding case updates.

Conocimientos

Multitasking

Communication

Legal Research

Organization

Confidentiality

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Clio Case Management Software

Descripción del empleo

Large well established law firm based in Florida with offices throughout Florida and the U.S. is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Personal Injury Legal Assistant to join their team.The firm prides itself on knowing every client personally and offering the vast resources of a large law firm but with the customer service and attention of a boutique practice.

As a Legal Assistant, you will provide essential support to the firms’ personal injury attorneys through the life-cycle of cases, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional client service. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of personal injury law procedures and possess excellent multitasking and communication skills. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Personal Injury Legal Assistant to be considered.This position is on-site at the firm’s Ponte Vedra, Florida office.

Responsibilities:

• Assist personal injury attorneys in all phases of case preparation and management.
• Conduct thorough research on legal precedents, regulations, and statutes relevant to personal injury cases.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• Manage case files, ensuring all necessary documents are accurately organized and easily accessible.
• Coordinate and schedule appointments, depositions, mediations, and court appearances for attorneys.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates on case progress and addressing any inquiries or concerns.
• Liaise with opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses as needed.
• Assist in trial preparation, including the compilation of exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client information and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
• Processing of pleadings, motions and correspondence (e-service and physical) and use of the Florida e-filing portal.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 3 years of prior experience working as a Legal Assistant in personal injury law
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, working knowledge of Clio Case Management Software is a plus but not required
• Must have proficiency in legal research and familiarity with online legal databases
• Must have the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be deadline and detail oriented
• Must have the ability to interact professionally with clients, counsel, and court personnel

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off