Morgan & Morgan is hiring a Litigation Assistant

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. As a Litigation Assistant, you will manage the law firm's day-to-day operations, perform administrative services, and provide crucial support to our legal team. You'll help us fulfill our mission to be the last line of defense for individuals against insurance companies, large corporations, and defective goods.

What You'll Do

• Perform administrative duties including scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes
• Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices
• Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow
• Collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, such as pleadings and contracts
• Research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice
• Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills, as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorney
• Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions
• Manage, organize, and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systems
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the business

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant, legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal (experience in a law firm or corporate legal department preferred)
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision
• Strong written and communication skills, with proficiency in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings
• Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures
• High organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail
• Extensive computer and database expertise in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and typing speed of at least 35 wpm

Nice to Have

• Associates degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience in Personal Injury, WC, Premises, or other injury-related practice areas

Technical Stack

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook

Benefits & Compensation

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Work Mode

This role is onsite and is not eligible for remote or hybrid work.

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.