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A national law firm is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant in our Downtown Fort Lauderdale office. The ideal candidate would be a team player who is dedicated and passionate about their work. This is a full-time position. Standard days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. However, the position requires the ability to work during nonstandard hours when the need arises. Please see below for more information!

Your Litigation Legal Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Manage attorney's schedule and calendar all meetings/deadlines
• Coordinate work with outside document/litigation vendors, including adherence to strict deadlines
• Copy, scan, and file as needed
• Assist with document retrieval, review, organization, and production
• Maintain case pleadings, correspondence, discovery, and research for large volume cases
• Maintain and use document, transcript, and work product databases
• Prepare and finalize pleadings in accordance with applicable State and Federal rules for filing with court
• Organize and prepare exhibit lists and/or privilege logs
• Coordinate and assist with trial preparations, i.e., exhibits, witness binders, and demonstratives
• Maintain confidentiality of client information

Competencies:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with or without direct supervision
• Ability to multitask
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to locate specific items on the internet
• Working knowledge of FileSite or I-Manage
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Flexibility for unscheduled overtime as needed

Preferred Education and Experience:

1. Minimum of three years of litigation experience in a law firm, required
2. BS/BA degree or equivalent experience, preferred

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