Litigation Assistant

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.•Fort Myers, FL

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to manage day-to-day law firm operations, provide administrative services, and support the legal team. 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 that offers direct experience alongside the team. Morgan & Morgan is a personal injury law firm focused on protecting consumers. The firm states that it has more than 6,000 employees, united by the mission “For the People.”

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.
At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal; experience in a law firm or corporate legal department is preferred for administrative assistants.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
Strong written and communication skills, attention to detail, and 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.
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 personal injury, workers' compensation, premises liability, or other injury-related practice areas.
Administrative assistant experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.

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 support efficient workflow.
Collect, examine, and organize evidence and 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.
Prepare, finalize, and send client 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 business needs.