Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated, organized, and detail-oriented Paralegal or Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a busy law practice handling personal injury litigation, breach of contract matters, and wills, trusts, and probate cases.

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative and case-management skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects at the same time. This position requires professionalism, discretion, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining client confidentiality.

Duties

The Paralegal / Legal Assistant will assist attorneys with day-to-day case management and legal support, including

• Maintaining the attorney’s calendar and tracking court deadlines, Uniform Trial Order deadlines, discovery deadlines, hearings, mediations, and internal deadlines.
• Assisting attorneys with case preparation, including legal research, document collection, and review of relevant records.
• Organizing and maintaining case files to ensure all documents are complete, current, and properly stored.
• Drafting and responding to emails, correspondence, letters, and client communications.
• Preparing initial drafts of pleadings, contracts, discovery materials, notices, letters, and other legal documents.
• Transcribing legal documents, notes, chonological fact outlines, and correspondence accurately.
• Managing project timelines and ensuring legal tasks are completed on time.
• Assisting with litigation preparation, including trial binders, exhibit lists, Bates-stamping documents, and organizing trial materials.
• Maintaining an organized filing system using the firm’s case-management or document-management software.
• Communicating professionally with clients, witnesses, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other parties involved in legal matters.
• Gathering necessary information and documents from clients to support case development and trial preparation.
• Supporting attorneys before hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial.

Requirements

• Experience and knowledge in the legal field.
• A degree in paralegal studies or a related field is preferred; relevant experience may be considered.
• Familiarity with curcuit civil litigation and/or probate.
• Strong administrative skills with proficiency in document review and management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to transcribe accurately.
• Experience with project management principles to effectively handle multiple cases simultaneously.
• Ability to draft professional emails, letters, and legal documents.
• Proficient in using document management systems and case management software.
• Experience managing multiple cases, projects, and deadlines at the same time.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Professional judgment, confidentiality, and reliability.

Preferred Skills

• Experience preparing discovery responses and requests.
• Experience organizing medical records, demand packages, pleadings, and litigation files.
• Experience with trial preparation, exhibit organization, and Bates-stamping.
• Familiarity with e-filing systems and court procedures.

We invite qualified candidates who are dependable, professional, and passionate about the legal field to apply for this opportunity. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in organization, accuracy, client service, and helping attorneys move cases forward efficiently.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• What work experience do you have that would be beneficial to this organization?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Pompano Beach, FL 33062 (Required)