Government and Land Use Executive Assistant

Government and Land Use Executive Assistant

Job Category
:
Legal Staff

Requisition Number
: GOVER
002016

• Posted :
  September 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Fort Myers

Fort Myers, FL 33966, USA

Becker was honored by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best law firms to work for in both the 2024, 2025, and 2026 inaugural lists, reflecting our strong commitment to employee well-being, professional development, and a supportive workplace culture. Come be a part of our award-winning team!

Becker is a diverse, multi-practice, commercial law firm with international affiliates and offices in Florida, New York, New Jersey and Washington, DC. Becker prides itself on client focused services and a commitment to always exceeding our client's expectations. Since 1973, we have been focusing on building a culture that is collaborative, creative, and passionate about growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Employer-Paid benefits, Mental Health coverage, and even a 401k match! To fulfill our commitment to our employee’s health and safety, Becker has committees – such as the Mental Health and Wellness Committee – that ensures our employee’s individual health is always a priority.

We provide every incoming employee with individualized training to ensure that they are experts on Becker’s use of above-industry-standard software and in their role.

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to join the Government team. The ideal candidate will excel in a professional and team-oriented environment. The role requires excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Open and close files, complete conflict checks, maintain updated case and client lists, and save material documents and correspondence to the file.
• Manage assigned attorneys’ and lobbyists’ calendars, including scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings, and maintaining calendar accuracy.
• Track government agendas, documents, and pending public records requests.
• Process attorney and lobbyist expense reports.
• Conduct research using Muni Code, Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, local government meeting agendas, Accela, and other local government permitting, planning, and zoning portals.
• Communicate regularly with municipalities and counties to obtain information and documentation.
• Draft, edit, proofread, and finalize correspondence, memoranda, general contracts, form letters, and other documents for processing.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for assigned attorneys and lobbyists.
• Manage telephone communications, including screening calls, taking detailed messages, forwarding information to the appropriate attorney or staff member, and handling inquiries related to land use representation.
• Assist with handling incoming mail for assigned attorneys and lobbyists, including receiving and distributing scanned mail when located in the same office.
• Perform general accounting duties, including drafting client correspondence and payment plans as needed.
• Enter attorney billing time into Aderant and review/edit Unbilled Time Reports and Casual Pre-Bills prior to monthly deadlines.
• Maintain client contact information by processing authorized contact changes in attorneys' personal contacts and Inter Action.
• Enter attorneys' CLE credits and assist with board certification renewal applications.
• Assist with preparing new client packages, scheduling follow-up appointments, and conducting follow-up communications.
• Prepare meeting materials and upload pre- and post-meeting documents to internal calendar appointments at least 24 hours prior to scheduled meetings.
• Assist attorneys with presentations, special…