Litigation Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Litigation Assistant

Location: Jacksonville, Fl

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Litigation Assistant to join our fast-paced and collaborative legal team. The ideal candidate is a tech-savvy self-starter with a strong work ethic and a passion for client service. This role supports The Construction Litigation Team.

• Assist Legal Assistants and Paralegals Supporting 5 Attorneys with administrative duties.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, court dates, and client appointments
• Assist with e-filing and e-recording of legal documents across various jurisdictions
• Assist with litigation support
• Maintain and organize case files and ensure timely updates
• Assist with time entry and invoice processing
• Document editing, styling, formatting
• Tender letters
• Proforma processing
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding case updates and deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients regarding case updates and deadlines
• Ad hoc duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 3 years of law firm experience
• Knowledge of litigation processes and legal documentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal e-filing systems
• Excellent attention to detail and strong proofreading skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive, punctual, and dependable team player
• Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative environment

• This position routinely utilizes standard office equipment such as laptops, computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, in a home office as well as an in-person office environment.
• Ability to lift/move up to 20 pounds.
• This position is generally performed in a professional office setting; 70% sitting, 20% standing, and 10% walking.
• The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a qualifying disability to perform the essential functions.

Applicants are assured of equal consideration irrespective of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position.