BI Litigation Legal Assistant Position Available In Broward, Florida

BI Litigation Legal Assistant Demesmin and Dover PLLC Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 • Hybrid work About us: Demesmin and Dover PLLC. is a well-established law firm with a strong presence in Florida, known for its exceptional legal services and commitment to both clients and employees. Since our inception in 2020, we have experienced remarkable growth, expanding to over 90 employees and establishing four offices throughout the state. At Demesmin and Dover PLLC, we pride ourselves on being more than just a law firm; we are a family. Our core values revolve around treating everyone with love, care, and respect, a philosophy we affectionately call “FIRMly”. We believe in fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where our employees can thrive professionally and personally.

Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and passionate BI Litigation Legal Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys handling personal injury cases. As the newest addition to our team, the legal assistant will play a pivotal role in keeping the office functioning efficiently, from coordinating meetings to maintaining complete and accurate files. This person will build collaborative working relationships with our lawyers and earn the trust of our clients. The ideal candidate is organized, diligent, and can work both independently and as part of a team. This is a challenging role with varied responsibilities and meaningful opportunities for career advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Draft, proofread, and file or send legal documents such as lawsuits and demand letters. Respond to client inquiries, provide updates on case progress, and address client concerns. Schedule depositions, hearings, inspections, meetings, telephone conferences, deadlines. Preparing legal documents such as pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and affidavits. Manage firm and attorney calendars. Manage electronic filings- incoming and outgoing (ePortal, eService, DFS, JAWS, JACKS, CM/ECF).

Qualifications:

Customer service skills. Team player, works well with others in a group setting. Strong organizational skills. Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively. Excellent verbal and communication skills. Minimum of 1 year of experience or in-house legal experience. Proficient in MS Office.

Benefits:

Medical Vision Dental Group Life Insurance 401(k) Plan +

Matching Worker’s Compensation Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off Holidays Off Short Term Disability Travel Requirements:

Up to 25% of travel for work-related tasks within the state and it is covered by the firm

Schedule:

This position is ON-SITE in our Fort. Lauderdale office, with no remote/ hybrid schedule. Schedule is Monday – Friday, 8-hour shifts, 8:30am-5:30pm

Background Check:

As part of our hiring process, all candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo a background check.

Please Note:

The background check will be conducted after the job offer is extended. A conviction does not automatically disqualify you from employment; each case is considered on an individual basis. If you have concerns or questions about the background check process, please feel free to reach out to humanresources@dd-legal.com We are committed to fair hiring practices and ensuring a safe and secure workplace for all employees.

Equal Opportunity Statement :

Demesmin & Dover provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

E-Verify :

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form. The pay range for this role is: 16 – 18 USD per hour(Ft Lauderdale )