Legal Assistant

Summary:

We are seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to join our team. As a Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and comfort working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace.

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 for more efficient workflow.
• 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 the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice.
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending bills, as well as 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.

Qualification:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Associate's degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience as an administrative assistant, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal.
• Experience in medical malpractice required.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision.
• Strong written and communication skills; proficiency in scheduling depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures.
• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong writing and communication skills, along with attention to detail.
• Extensive computer and database expertise, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; typing speed of at least 35 words per minute.
• This role is on-site, providing the opportunity to work directly alongside the team.

Benefits:

For full-time employees, Morgan & Morgan offers an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

E-Verify:

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the United States.

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