Litigation Practice Assistant Position Available In Miami-Dade, Florida

Litigation Practice Assistant Coral Gables, Florida | Direct (Permanent) Full Time | NA April 22, 2025 |

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1415302_1745283196 Job Summary A national law firm has an immediate opening for a full-time litigation practice assistant for their Coral Gables, Florida practice. This is a hybrid position and candidate is required to have experience in Florida Law. Will provide reliable support to partners, associates, and paralegals within the practice. Responsibilities Calendar and follow-up on deadlines for discovery, Court events, etc.
Contact Courts (confirm hearings, obtain dockets, e-filing procedures, etc.) and adjusters/clients as needed
Schedule conference calls/meetings and handle scheduling, calendaring for their assigned team
Open and close client files
Associate and download documents, emails, and court filings into iManage document system
Review invoices for payments and submit expense reports
Prepare pleadings, discovery (requests and answers), e-filings to be filed (drafting and exhibits), and general correspondence
Assist attorneys in preparing for trials and hearings, including drafting witness lists and exhibit lists
E-file legal documents in various courts (pleadings, motions, praecipes, etc.)
Transcribe dictation and convert documents from PDF to Word Qualifications Minimum of 5+ years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant
Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, customer service proofreading, time management, and organizational skills
Solid understanding of civil litigation (state and federal calendar deadlines and rules)
Ability to occasionally work over 35 hours per week to meet client demands
High proficiency in MS Suite, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and document management software Weber Gallagher offers a friendly office environment and an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) and medical. 1415302_1745283196