Litigation Legal Assistant
Job in
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida, 33336, USA
Listing for:
Jobot
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-06
Job specializations:
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Law/Legal
Legal Secretary
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Administrative/Clerical
Legal Secretary
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 65000 - 85000 USD Yearly
USD
65000.00
85000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Litigation Legal Assistant
Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year
About Us
Litigation Legal Assistant to join our dynamic, collaborative team. We’re looking for a detail‑oriented professional with a strong background in litigation support who can support three attorneys. In this vital role, you will work closely with our attorneys and paralegals to manage case files, conduct document review, perform legal research, and support all phases of litigation. Proficiency in legal software—particularly Aderant—should be strongly preferred.
The Litigation Legal & Administrative Assistant will also perform a wide range of administrative and legal support duties, including drafting, typing, and revising correspondence, memoranda, documents, time sheets, and project work, proofreading and ensuring the quality of all outgoing materials, handling telephone and mail distribution, coordinating travel arrangements, and maintaining organized, up‑to‑date files.
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- 401(k) with match
- FSA
- Life insurance / AD&D
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Short and long term disability
Responsibilities
Assisting attorneys in preparation for hearings and trials, including drafting legal documents and correspondence.Conducting extensive legal research to support case preparation and providing strategic insights.Managing case files using legal case management software, ensuring documents are organized and easily accessible.Providing comprehensive litigation support, including document review, discovery, and e‑filing.Handling heavy scheduling tasks, coordinating meetings, court dates, and deadlines.Assisting with billing processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Preparing Tables of Authorities (TOA) and Tables of Contents (TOC) for legal documents.Coordinating and managing the appeals litigation process, including filing notices of appeal, preparing record on appeal, and drafting appellate briefs.Providing support in the construction practice area, including drafting construction contracts and handling construction disputes.Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant or in a similar role.Proficiency in legal research and legal case management.Extensive experience in litigation support, including document review and discovery.Familiarity with TOA and TOC.Experience handling complex civil litigation and appeals litigation.Strong skills in legal correspondence and drafting legal documents.Proficiency in using legal software, with preference given to candidates with experience in Aderant software.Experience handling heavy scheduling tasks.Familiarity with the construction practice area.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Proactive approach to problem‑solving and the ability to work under pressure.Bachelor’s degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, or a related field is preferred.Join our team and contribute to our mission of providing high‑quality legal services with professionalism, integrity, and respect for our clients. Apply now! Interested in hearing more? Click our Jobot logo and follow our Linked In page!
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