4 Legal Support jobs in Delray Beach
Legal Secretary
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:
- Input, revise, and finalize correspondence, memoranda and other legal documents. Draft routine correspondence, memoranda and other documents.
- 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.
- Verify all attachments, exhibits and enclosures are included with transmittal letters/memos.
- Proofread documents and check for appropriate formatting, spelling and grammar.
- Maintain good public relations with clients.
- Review all incoming mail, distribute to teams as needed and upload to the DMS.
- Prepare documents and packages for mail, messenger and overnight delivery.
- Prepare expense reports, manage vendor invoices, mailings, and request checks as needed.
- Enter attorney time. Send time entry reminders.
- Process client billing. Assist with review and edit of bills as necessary.
- Schedule appointment and make arrangements for meetings, conferences and travel.
- Complete client/matter intake forms. Request conflicts of interest checks. Open new files. Prepare files to be closed.
- Coordinate and follow through on requests and projects with other support departments (e.g. receptionists, file/document clerks, office services).
- Provide overflow and absence coverage assistance as well as secretarial support for Secretarial Team Members attorneys.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
You Have
- A minimum of 5 years of litigation secretarial experience. (Insurance Defense experience is a plus).
- Strong proofreading skills, attention to detail and solid grammar/spelling skills.
- High degree of proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word, Outlook, Excel).
- Legal citation and legal terminology expertise.
- Familiarity with iManage, Compulaw or similar technology.
- The ability to organize, prioritize and meet the demands off multiple attorney assignments.
- Flexibility to work overtime occasionally.
- Good attendance and punctuality.
Personal Injury Legal Assistant
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
Legal Administrative Assistant
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
JPC-331
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