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• General attorney support
• Preparing/drafting correspondence and pleadings
• Preparing/drafting correspondence and discovery
• Maintaining attorneys' calendar
• Manage trial deadlines, prepare pre-trial binders/preparations
• Scheduling, coordinating and confirming hearings; depositions; mediation; EUO's; 'prep' with attorneys', meetings, etc.
• E-Filing with State/Federal courts
• Familiar with Civil Rules of Procedure in Florida and general understanding of how the case will flow in Litigation
• Knowledge of how a pre-suit matter works in Florida for Personal Injury, along with throughout the course of Litigation
• Issuing and following up on subpoenas (when applicable)
• Ensure documents are saved and filed into the appropriate document management system Qualifications/Skills required:
• Punctuality, detail orientation with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to take initiative in handling projects, anticipating what needs to be done, ability to understand, follow specific instructions in oral and written form
• Knowledge of state or federal court rules and e-filing procedures, or ability to review same for further reference
• Excellent typing skills; strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; PDF applications (Adobe, Foxit, etc.) and document/case management (preferably Aderant Total Office);
• Secretarial/Clerical skill set
• Highly organized, self-motivating and self-starter Must be diligent and positive worker, able to work in a team atmosphere, positive, self-starter and eager to learn and advance.

Pay is commensurate with experience with bonus opportunities. Insurance Benefits after 90-day probationary period. MUST have law firm experience. Personal Injury experience preferred but not required, knowledge of Personal Injury is required.

Bilingual :

preferred, but not required

Job Type :

Full-time Benefits :

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)