Legal Assistant

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.•Tampa, FL

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a Legal Assistant to support the law firm's day-to-day operations through administrative services and assistance to the legal team. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic workplace. This is an on-site role intended to help team members gain direct experience and become connected with the team. Compensation is $19 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, work in a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
Strong written and communication skills; proficiency with scheduling depositions, mediations, and hearings.
Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, procedures, and practices.
Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Attention to detail and strong writing and communication skills.
Extensive computer and database expertise, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Typing speed of at least 35 words per minute.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree.
Experience in Social Security, personal injury, workers' compensation, premises liability, or another injury-related practice area.

Responsibilities

Perform administrative duties, including scheduling hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices.
Implement and improve administrative processes to create more efficient workflows.
Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation.
Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts.
Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with preparing reports, case files, and legal advice.
Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending bills, and resolve billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney.
Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions.
Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems.
Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business.