Legal Assistant
Lydecker LLP•Miami, FL
•Hybrid
About The Position
If you possess a strong work ethic, exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and want to work in our growing defense litigation practice group, this may be the opportunity for you! This position will be handling conflict checks and opening new case files! This is a hybrid position. Candidates must be able to commute to our Miami office.
Requirements
- A minimum of 1 years of civil defense litigation experience.
- Previous experience should include experience with conflict checks, opening new case files, calendaring, docketing, interfacing with court personnel, opposing counsel, clients and vendors, drafting basic pleadings and legal correspondence
- Computer skills: Has basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Has the ability to type and operate office equipment.
- Be self-motivated and a self-starter
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines effectively
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and internal team members
- Detail-oriented with a keen eye for accuracy, proofreading, and editing legal documents for consistency and completeness
- Proactive and self-motivated with a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
- Willingness to undertake additional tasks as requested by the attorneys, contributing to the overall success of the team
- Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and document management systems
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or Bachelor degree a plus, but not required
- experience with Clio a plus
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys and staff by conducting thorough conflict checks to ensure compliance with ethical standards and firm policies.
- Manage the intake process by accurately opening new case files, maintaining organized records, and supporting smooth onboarding of clients and matters.
- Maintain effective communication with attorneys, clients, courts, counsel, and other relevant parties
- Support attorneys by e-filing documents in state or federal court as needed
- Expertly organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices for efficient reference and retrieval (we use Clio)
- Prepare responses to discovery requests as needed
- Assist with mediation or trial preparation, as needed
Benefits
- Hourly rate depending on depth and years of experience
- Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary
- Hybrid or remote work environment
- Flexible work hours
- Medical Insurance – Currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs – partially paid for by Firm for the employee; All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays
- Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
- Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Optional Critical Illness Insurance
- Optional Cancer Insurance
- Optional Hospitalization Insurance
- Optional Health Savings Account
- Optional Flexible Spending Account
- 401k after one calendar year of employment
- Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being
- Collegial work environment
- Quarterly bonus opportunities based on billable hours
- Paid parking or commuter benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
