Litigation Assistant

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.•Fort Lauderdale, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to support the legal team and manage day-to-day administrative operations. The role includes providing administrative services, supporting case preparation, and helping maintain efficient workflows. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and is comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic workplace. This is an on-site role, offering the opportunity to work alongside the team and gain direct experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
At least 2 years 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 writing and communication skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in calendaring depositions, mediations, and hearings.
Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, procedures, and practices.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Computer and database expertise, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and 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 personal injury, workers' compensation, premises liability, or another injury-related practice area.

Responsibilities

Perform administrative duties, including scheduling calendar 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 make workflows more efficient.
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 reports, case files, and legal advice.
Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending bills, and resolving 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.