Litigation Legal Assistant

Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson, P.A. • Orlando, FL

382d • $43,680 - $49,920 • Onsite

About The Position

The Litigation Legal Assistant position at Shuffield, Lowman & Wilson is a full-time role based in Orlando, FL, requiring 2-3 years of experience in a similar capacity. The successful candidate will support attorneys and paralegals by managing various administrative tasks, demonstrating strong communication skills, and maintaining a professional demeanor. This role emphasizes attention to detail, the ability to multi-task, and a proactive approach to anticipating the needs of the legal team.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience as a Litigation Assistant
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically in formatting
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and work with multiple attorneys and paralegals
• Proactive individual with the ability to prioritize and work independently
• Compassionate with excellent listening skills
• Comfortable dealing with clients and high-stress situations

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Fiduciary Litigation (2 years preferred)
• Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Calendaring appointments
• Fielding phone calls
• Drafting correspondence and documents
• Entering attorney's weekly time records into record keeping software
• Linking documents and emails to universal case management system

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Supplemental policies (cancer, accident, hospital, critical care)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Wellness plan
• Free garage parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree