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Senior Legal Secretary - Medical Malpractice Defense Jobs in Coral Gables ,FL,US
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W3global
Coral Gables, FL (In Person)
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Senior Legal Secretary -
Medical Malpractice Defense Location :
Coral Gables, FL Job Type :
Full-Time Position Overview A well-established litigation defense firm is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Secretary to support the firm's Managing Shareholder and lead a busy litigation support team. This position requires a highly organized, energetic, personable, and knowledgeable professional with extensive Medical Malpractice Defense experience. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver, capable of working independently, exercising sound judgment, and managing a high-volume litigation desk in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities- Provide high-level support to the Managing Shareholder on Medical Malpractice Defense matters
- Serve as a lead member of the legal support team and assist with workflow coordination
- Draft, revise, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and reports
- E-file pleadings in Florida state and federal courts
- Manage complex attorney calendars, scheduling, deadlines, and court appearances
- Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, trials, and other litigation-related events
- Maintain case files and communicate with clients, courts, experts, and opposing counsel
- Prepare exhibits, trial binders, discovery materials, and litigation documents
- Ensure deadlines are met and cases are managed efficiently from inception through trial Qualifications
- 5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience required
- Extensive Medical Malpractice Defense experience is required
- Prior experience supporting senior attorneys, shareholders, or managing partners strongly preferred
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience working with or leading legal support teams
- Knowledge of Florida court rules and e-filing procedures
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
- Excellent typing, proofreading, and document formatting abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Energetic, personable, dedicated, and capable of independent thinking
- Experience with case management and billing systems preferred Preferred Attributes
- Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced litigation environment
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Ability to anticipate needs and work with minimal supervision
- Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing exceptional support This is a priority hire for a candidate who can bring both substantial Medical Malpractice Defense experience and the leadership skills necessary to support the firm's Managing Shareholder and legal team.