Legal Secretary

Fort Lauderdale, Florida Novate Legal Search

Posted 11 days ago

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Litigation Assistant required immediately for National firms Fort Lauderdale, FL office.

As a Litigation Legal Secretary, you will provide a variety of secretarial and administrative duties for assigned attorneys. You will be responsible for interacting with colleagues in a team setting and upholding the image of the Firm by maintaining positive contact with clients, attorneys and staff, and observing confidentiality of client matters.

The Day-to-day

On any given day, you will be working with firm leadership, partners, and business colleagues on a variety of requests and projects. You will:

  1. Input, revise, and finalize correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents. Draft routine correspondence, memoranda and other documents.
  1. File legal documents in federal and state courts, including e-filing in all courts and agencies; prepare documents for service of process; prepare case shell documents for use by attorneys.
  1. Verify all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included with transmittal letters/memos.
  1. Proofread documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammar.
  1. Maintain good public relations with clients.
  1. Review all incoming mail, distribute to teams as needed and upload to the DMS.
  1. Prepare documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery.
  1. Prepare expense reports, manage vendor invoices, mailings, and request checks as needed.
  1. Enter attorney time. Send time entry reminders.
  1. Process client billing. Assist with review and edit of bills as necessary.
  1. Schedule appointment and make arrangements for meetings, conferences and travel.
  1. Complete client/matter intake forms. Request conflicts of interest checks. Open new files. Prepare files to be closed.
  1. Coordinate and follow through on requests and projects with other support departments (e.g. receptionists, file/document clerks, office services).
  1. Provide overflow and absence coverage assistance as well as secretarial support for Secretarial Team Members attorneys.
  1. Other duties and projects as assigned.

You Have

  1. A minimum of 5 years of litigation secretarial experience. (Insurance Defense experience is a plus).
  1. Strong proofreading skills, attention to detail and solid grammar/spelling skills.
  1. High degree of proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Outlook, Excel).
  1. Legal citation and legal terminology expertise.
  1. Familiarity with iManage, Compulaw or similar technology.
  1. The ability to organize, prioritize and meet the demands off multiple attorney assignments.
  1. Flexibility to work overtime occasionally.
  1. Good attendance and punctuality.
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Personal Injury Legal Assistant

Delray Beach, Florida Orion Placement

Posted 11 days ago

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Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Job description:

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at our clients Palm Beach County office.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have prior experience in personal injury or insurance defense law (litigation or pre-suit).

About Our Client
Our law firm client prides themselves on delivering personalized attention, and leveraging big-firm litigation experience and resources to achieve strong results. Their small team environment ensures every case and every employee matters.

Job Description
Our client is seeking a motivated Personal Injury Legal Assistant / Paralegal to join their team in Palm Beach County. This is a unique opportunity to work in a close-knit firm environment, gain hands-on litigation experience, and grow with a team that values both professional development and client results.

  • Support attorneys in all phases of litigation
  • Draft and review discovery documents, pleadings, and correspondence
  • Handle scheduling of depositions, mediations, hearings, and client meetings
  • Assist with case management, including maintaining organized case files
  • Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court staff
  • Provide strong customer service and maintain professional client interactions
  • Work closely with attorneys and staff

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in personal injury or insurance defense (litigation or pre-suit)
  • Florida-based legal experience required
  • Strong organizational and scheduling skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Litigation experience preferred, but candidates with pre-suit experience and willingness to learn will be considered
  • Positive attitude, strong references, and ability to thrive in a small office environment
  • Customer service or hospitality background is a plus

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Bonuses
  • Hands-on training in litigation
  • Opportunity to work directly with attorneys in a small, supportive office
  • Learn and grow in a high-value practice area
  • Competitive compensation with room for advancement

JPC-379

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Legal Administrative Assistant

Boca Raton, Florida Orion Placement

Posted 9 days ago

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Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the Boca Raton, FL office.

Note: You must have at least 2 years of experience performing legal administrative assistant duties in a law firm setting.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected South Florida law firm that represents businesses and individuals in both litigation and transactional matters. Founded in 2017 by a team of attorneys with deep roots in one of South Floridas most established litigation boutiques, the firm combines a collaborative work culture with a results-driven approach to resolving complex legal challenges. With a strong commitment to client service and professional excellence, they offer a dynamic and collegial environment for legal professionals.

Job Description

  • Provide general administrative and receptionist support for a team of attorneys
  • Answer and direct phone calls in a professional manner
  • Perform e-filing with Florida state and federal courts
  • Prepare legal forms and correspondence
  • Maintain attorney calendars and track court deadlines
  • Assist with document organization and case file management
  • Train and work under the guidance of an experienced senior paralegal

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a legal administrative assistant in a law firm
  • Familiarity with e-filing procedures in Florida courts
  • Familiarity with civil procedures
  • Strong understanding of litigation deadlines
  • Experience with calendaring and scheduling
  • Ability to set up and manage Zoom meetings
  • Proficiency in Adobe, Microsoft Word, and Outlook

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Work side-by-side with experienced legal professionals in a well-established firm
  • Excellent growth potential under the mentorship of a senior paralegal
  • Full health benefits and 401(k) plan offered
  • Stable, on-site position in a professional and collegial law firm environment

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