Legal Assistant_Discovery Coordinator Family First Legal Group Cape Coral, FL Job Details Full-time $45,000 - $55,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork Customer service Direct client contact Client file management Legal document sorting and filing Legal client correspondence writing Copy editing Schedule management Legal administrative experience Law office experience Data accuracy checks File organization Time management Full Job Description Family Law Legal Assistant - Discovery Coordinator Your Impact Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to make an impact? Family First Legal Group is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant - Discovery Coordinator to join our growing Family Law team. This is a detail-intensive legal assistant position focused primarily on managing the discovery process from start to finish. This is an in-person position based in our Cape Coral office. Success in this role requires exceptional organization, precision, and the ability to consistently produce accurate work while managing multiple deadlines. The Discovery Coordinator serves as a vital member of the legal team by ensuring financial documentation is gathered, reviewed, organized, drafted, and prepared in compliance with court rules and deadlines. Every document matters, and every detail counts! If you are someone who takes pride in accuracy, enjoys working with documentation, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Who We Are Family First Legal Group is one of the nation's fastest-growing law firms, recognized as one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America. We are a client-focused family law firm dedicated to helping individuals navigate divorce, custody disputes, paternity matters, domestic violence proceedings, and other family law issues with compassion, professionalism, and excellence. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional legal services while creating a supportive and collaborative workplace where employees can grow professionally. Key Responsibilities As our Legal Assistant/Discovery Coordinator, you will: Manage all aspects of the discovery process, ensuring compliance with court rules, firm procedures, and filing deadlines. Track, prioritize, and manage multiple discovery deadlines across an active caseload. Gather, organize, review, and maintain financial and other discovery documents received from clients, opposing counsel, opposing parties, financial institutions, employers, medical providers, and other third parties. Communicate regularly with clients to request outstanding documentation, answer procedural questions, and keep discovery moving forward. Prepare, assemble, proofread, and finalize discovery-related pleadings and court filings, including: Certificates of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure Financial Affidavits Responses to Requests for Production Answers to Interrogatories Notices of Production Discovery deficiency correspondence Supplemental discovery responses Other discovery-related pleadings and correspondence as assigned Review discovery production for completeness, identify missing or deficient information, and prepare follow-up correspondence requesting additional documentation. Prepare financial summaries and organize supporting documentation for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials. Assist with printing and compiling exhibit binders for hearings and trials. Maintain organized electronic case files and ensure all documents are properly labeled, filed, and easily accessible. Coordinate with attorneys, paralegals, clients, opposing counsel, and third parties to ensure discovery obligations are completed timely. Provide additional legal assistant and administrative support as needed. What It Takes to Succeed The ideal candidate possesses outstanding organizational skills, excellent judgment, and an unwavering commitment to accuracy. Required Qualifications Minimum of one (1) year of law office experience is required. Experience in banking, mortgage lending, consumer or commercial finance, accounting, medical billing, insurance claims, civil litigation, collections, or other documentation-intensive industries is considered a strong plus. Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies, missing information, and errors before they become problems. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously. Experience coordinating client documentation and maintaining organized case or file management systems. Ability to draft professional correspondence and prepare legal or business documents with a high degree of accuracy. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Professional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently while remaining a collaborative member of the legal team. Client-focused mindset with excellent customer service skills. Positive attitude, professionalism, and adaptability in a growing law firm. Attention to Detail Is Essential This position requires handling sensitive financial records, court filings, and discovery documents where even small errors can have significant legal consequences. The successful candidate enjoys detailed work, maintains exceptional accuracy under pressure, and takes personal ownership of producing high-quality work product. If you prefer fast-paced work but tend to overlook details, this position is unlikely to be the right fit. Why Join Family First Legal Group?

Competitive Pay:

Base salary of $45,000 - $55,000 + performance bonuses.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and 401(k) matching.

Work-Life Balance:

Flex Day for your birthday month + generous PTO.

Growth Culture:

A dynamic environment where your work is recognized and you are supported in your professional development.

Check out our culture:

Please listen to our team interviews at https://www.familyfirstlegalgroup.com/resources/podcasts/ to see if we're a fit for you.

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Why are you interested in working at a Family Law Firm? We do not micromanage our employees. How do you hold yourself accountable/take ownership of your responsibilities? What steps would you take if a Client failed to provide requested documents by the deadline? Describe a situation where you discovered an error before it became a problem. Why should we hire YOU for this role?

Experience:

Law office: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person