Legal Administrative Assistant

Overview

Carlton Fields is seeking a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant for its Miami office. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of five to seven years of product liability and mass torts litigation experience. They must also be experienced with State and Federal court procedures/requirements and e-filing. This position will support Shareholders and Associates in a busy downtown office. Appellate experience is preferred.

Qualified candidates must demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, flexibility, organizational skills, and the ability to be proactive. They must be proficient in or have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and electronic document management systems. Experience with iManage is preferred.

• Assisting attorneys in preparing, proofreading, revising, and filing documents
• Calendaring of Court deadlines
• Scheduling of travel, appointments, and maintenance of calendars
• Maintenance of files and records
• Submission of intake and Conflict requests
• Time entry and client billing
• Assisting other legal administrative assistants and attorneys if necessary
• Assist with preparing for depositions and trial
• Additional duties as assigned

Actual salaries will vary depending upon various factors, including relevant experience and skillset. The salary range listed is just one component of the Carlton Fields total compensation package for employees. Other monetary rewards include annual discretionary bonuses based on performance and profit-sharing contributions based on eligibility and firm profitability.

Additionally, Carlton Fields provides a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security, including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life, accident, and disability insurance plans. The firm also provides the opportunity to participate in 401(k) retirement benefits, commuter benefits, and well-being programs.

Carlton Fields is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, or conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable laws. The firm participates in the E-Verify program. Carlton Fields is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

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