Legal Support Assistant

Dean Mead•Orlando, FL

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Dean Mead, a full-service Florida Business law firm, is seeking a full-time Legal Support Assistant to work in the firm’s Orlando Office. The Legal Support Assistant supports a variety of practice areas – Commercial Litigation, Corporate/Tax, Estate Planning, and Real Estate – with their administrative needs. This position offers excellent growth opportunities and exposure for those looking to develop their legal career. The firm offers a professional environment with a competitive compensation and benefits program.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years relevant professional experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and PDF softwares
Desire to work in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to manage shifting priorities.
Highly detail-oriented and excellent organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

relevant professional experience in a law firm
Experience with iManage, Surepoint, and other legal softwares

Responsibilities

Perform routine office and clerical duties for attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants, such as scanning documents, preparing outgoing mail, and data entry.
Create, organize, label, and maintain physical and electronic client files.
Retrieve, track, and re-file documents upon request from attorneys and staff.
Assist with file closing procedures, including archiving and destruction in line with retention policies.
Convert documents to appropriate formats (e.g., PDF) and assist with basic document assembly (e.g., binders, tabs).
Assist with special projects such as large-scale file organization and relocation of physical files.
Attend client meetings to serve as a witness signature. Occasional travel to off-site signings may be required.
Other administrative duties, as assigned by attorneys and managers.