Legal Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join a legal team in Stuart, Florida within a medical malpractice and nursing home negligence practice. This contract position offers the opportunity to support case activity from file maintenance through closing while assisting a fast-paced office with critical administrative and legal support. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in a legal environment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage deadlines with accuracy and professionalism.

Responsibilities:

Support two paralegals with daily case coordination, document handling, and administrative legal tasks. Prepare and submit court filings through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with procedural requirements. Maintain attorney and case calendars by tracking deadlines, hearings, and other important dates. Organize, update, and manage legal files to keep case materials accurate, complete, and easy to access. Assist with closing case files, including compiling final documentation and confirming all required materials are complete. Help coordinate and process lien-related documentation and follow-up activities as part of case resolution. Review records and correspondence for completeness and route information to the appropriate team members in a timely manner. Provide general office and case support for matters involving medical malpractice and negligence claims. At least 1 year of experience in a Legal Assistant or similar legal support role. Hands-on experience with electronic filing systems and court document submission. Ability to manage calendars, deadlines, and multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Familiarity with legal file organization and document management best practices. Experience supporting litigation matters related to medical malpractice, negligence, or comparable practice areas is preferred. Knowledge of file closing procedures and lien documentation is a strong advantage. Strong written communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills. Proficiency with standard office software and general legal administrative processes. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .