Remote Legal Assistant

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood and Boyer, P.A. • Traverse City, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., a multi-office national firm has an immediate opening for a Legal Assistant for our Pensacola, FL Office. This is a full time position, competitive salary and benefits package offered. The individual in this role will assist attorneys in defending civil litigation matters in the areas of general liability and corporate matters. This is a hands-on position that involves working collaboratively with clients and employees of the firm.

Requirements

• 2+ years of prior legal assistant experience supporting litigators in civil defense in a high-volume, fast-paced law firm environment.
• Strong working knowledge in area of specialization (insurance defense and general liability).
• FL State and Federal Court filing including E-Filing experience.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook.
• Ability to use dictation software and machine.
• Solid analytical and drafting skills.
• Requires critical thinking skills, superior communication and organizational skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• High School Diploma or its equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Under attorney direction drafts and prepares correspondence and other written documents as required including responses, reports, filings, pleadings, answers, motions, interrogatories, contracts, opinions, position papers, letters, etc., and other documents as necessary.
• Monitors files and escalates issues requiring attorney involvement. Performs timely handling of highly sensitive issues and materials related to case.
• Assist attorneys in all aspects of litigation, including but not limited to, digital dictation, scheduling, electronic filing, and maintaining files.
• Maintains calendar for trial and discovery deadlines. Obtains trial settings, coordinates and assist in preparation.
• Answers incoming phone calls and routes to proper person.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Our firm offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time hourly employees including medical, dental & vision insurance, employer paid life insurance, employer paid short-term disability insurance, generous 401(k) plan match, paid vacation, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees