Legal Secretary - Insurance Defense / General Liability (Litigation) Alvarez, Thompson & Smoak, P.A. - 2.0 Orlando, FL Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $67,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Court record maintenance Serving clients Business support experience for legal executives Caseload management E-filing platforms Client file management Legal document sorting and filing Litigation Legal administrative experience Organizational skills Law office experience Productivity software Legal case management Managing litigation projects Digital legal archive Full Job Description Alvarez, Thompson & Smoak, P.A. is a full-service law firm with offices located in Orlando and Tampa. The goal of Alvarez, Thompson & Smoak, P.A. is to provide competent, effective, aggressive, and well-prepared representation in an efficient manner. Our Orlando office is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support two attorneys whose practice focuses primarily on civil defense litigation. We are looking for a dedicated, highly organized professional with 5-10 years of litigation legal secretary experience who can step into a fast-paced practice and contribute immediately with minimal training. This position is ideal for a self-motivated team player who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and takes pride in providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients. Qualifications for the

Legal Secretary Position:

5-10 years of experience as a litigation legal secretary Prior experience in civil defense litigation required Strong understanding of Florida state and federal court procedures Experience with Florida state and federal e-filing systems Proficiency in scheduling, calendaring, and deadline management Ability to manage a high-volume litigation docket independently Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and case management software Experience maintaining electronic files and document management systems Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work efficiently under pressure Professional demeanor and strong client service skills Team-oriented with a willingness to assist attorneys and colleagues as needed Only candidates meeting the qualifications for the legal secretary role will receive a response. Excellent benefits. Responsibilities for the

Legal Secretary Position:

Provide comprehensive litigation support to two attorneys Manage calendars, court deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial schedules Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents Prepare and coordinate state and federal court filings Maintain and organize case files within the firm's cloud-based case management system Coordinate with clients, experts, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors Assist with trial preparation, deposition scheduling, and document management Monitor and track case deadlines to ensure timely compliance with court rules and scheduling orders Support attorneys with day-to-day case management and administrative responsibilities

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $67,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Have you filed documents electronically in Federal Court? Are you able to work full-time in our Orlando office? If selected for an initial phone interview, what days and times are you typically available for a brief phone screening?

Experience:

supporting attorneys in civil litigation matters: 5 years (Required)

Litigation:

5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person