Legal Administrative Assistant - 5+ Yrs Experience - Insurance Defense - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
About The Position
Marshall Dennehey is seeking a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant for its Fort Lauderdale, Florida office. The role provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support in civil litigation cases. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented legal setting. The position supports litigators in personal injury and/or medical malpractice defense and requires at least five years of relevant experience, along with Florida State Court e-filing experience. The role is primarily sedentary and involves regular use of office equipment. Occasional standing, walking, reaching, and lifting of up to 20 pounds may be required.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant supporting litigators in personal injury and/or medical malpractice defense.
- Florida State Court e-filing experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize competing demands.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with WordPerfect.
Responsibilities
- Maintain trial and discovery calendars, ensuring deadlines are met and documents are timely filed.
- Schedule and coordinate hearings, depositions, legal proceedings, and meetings.
- Assist with attorney time entry and invoice processing using billing software.
- Open, organize, and maintain case files, ensuring documentation is up to date and accessible.
- Draft and prepare pleadings, correspondence, reports, motions, and discovery documents under attorney direction.
- Review and summarize medical records, contracts, and case evidence, and assist with preparing chronologies and summaries.
- Prepare, issue, and track subpoenas and other legal requests for records.
- Perform other litigation support duties as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Full-time benefits package.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Paid holidays and PTO.
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
