Legal Assistant

Job Description:

Shift:

Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri Position Summary :

The Legal Assistant will work on all aspects of litigation in a wide range of cases and work on issues in advance of litigation to eliminate litigation exposure.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Draft correspondence and legal documents (e.g. discovery responses, privilege logs, exhibit lists, release and settlements, garnishments, pleadings, summaries, chronologies, spreadsheets, charts and logs) for attorney's approval. Create, organize, maintain and prepare files (electronic and physical) for court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, depositions and trials. Support document production processes, including organizing and preparing materials for production in compliance with discovery obligations. Schedule appointments, maintain calendars, docket deadlines and key dates. Gather and analyze evidence and relevant information needed to support case issues. Develop and maintain internal tracking tools for various matters. Work with busy customer service department regarding various claims. Conduct internet research, e.g., tracking senate and house bills, obtaining recording information from county websites, identifying trademark infringements. Ensure all work is completed with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Serve as a liaison between in-house counsel and outside counsel. Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Education & Experience:

High School Diploma required. Associate or bachelor's degree a plus. At least 5 years of legal experience. Knowledge of litigation or construction law preferred. Proficient in Windows 10, Microsoft Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS and ZOOM.

Experience and Skills:

Skills & Abilities:

Excellent typing, computer and phone skills. Ability to work independently and under pressure. Ability to handle and protect confidential information. Ability to handle difficult situations courteously and professionally. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exemplary organizational and follow-up skills. Strong accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to identify errors and maintain high-quality standards Must be able to multi-task and set priorities while meeting deadlines. Must maintain a consistently high standard of service and leadership. Strong interpersonal customer service skills. Must be a team player and have flexibility for overtime hours.

Other Requirements:

Assist with various project and model row Grand Opening events which may occasionally require overtime weekend hours (2 - 3 times per year).

From:

G L Homes of Florida Corporation