Overview
We are seeking a detail\-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to join our dynamic legal team currently with two attorneys, soon to add a third. Candidate will work remotely. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in, family law, and civil litigation. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, experience in filing cases online in state court, and expience with CoutMAPS. Work will be remote but need candidate who resides in Miami\-Dade or Broward County, Florida.
Duties
- Assist attorneys with case preparation, calendaring, file organization and assistance in proofrreading and drafting correspondence.
- Manage case files and maintain organized document management systems.
- Perform document review and proofreading to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Provide executive administrative support, including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and handling correspondence.
- Assistance with gathering necessary information for case development.
- Prepare contracts and assist with litigation processes as required.
- Utilize legal research tools such as LexisNexis for case preparation.
- Support various areas of law including civil litigation, family law and personal injury law.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information while ensuring compliance with legal protocols.
- Proven experience in a legal administrative role or paralegal experience.
- Familiarity with project management principles and practices.
- Proficient in using document management systems
- Familiarity with Floida Eportal System and CourtMAPS
- Strong writing skills with the ability to draft correspondence and legal documents effectively.
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail for data entry and filing tasks.
- Ability to conduct legal research and analysis.
- Strong phone etiquette and interpersonal skills for effective client communication.
- Knowledge of litigation processes and familiarity with various areas of law is highly desirable. We invite qualified candidates who are eager to contribute their expertise in a supportive team environment to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Requirements
Job Type: Part\-time
Pay: $22\.98 \- $27\.67 per hour
Work Location: Remote