Legal Assistant

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level administrative professionals with legal experience who thrive in on-site, collaborative environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 2+ years in legal administrative roles, particularly in personal injury or related areas
    — “At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting”
  • Individuals who can manage fast-paced workflows and take initiative in improving processes
    — “Implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow”

Things to consider

  • On-site presence is required, which may not suit remote-preference candidates
    — “This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work”
  • The position involves direct client interaction and managing billing, which requires a high level of accountability
    — “Manage client billing by preparing, finalizing, and sending out bills”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with legal document management systems and case file organization in your resume
    — “Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices”
  • Showcase your background in personal injury or related legal practice areas to align with the firm's focus
    — “Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred)”
  • Demonstrate your communication skills with examples of managing client and witness interactions
    — “Communicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings, interviews, and depositions”
  • Demonstrate your multitasking and prioritization abilities with concrete examples from your work history
    — “Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • maintained pleadings and discovery indexes
  • organized exhibits and documents
  • implemented administrative processes
  • drafted and proofread legal documents
Typical background
legal assistantadministrative assistantparalegal

Skills & requirements

Required

Legal AdministrationCase ManagementDocument OrganizationCommunication

Preferred

Legal ResearchBilling Management

Stack & domain

Administrative DutiesSchedulingOrganizing Case FilesImplementing Administrative ProcessesCollecting EvidenceDrafting CorrespondenceResearching RegulationsManaging Client BillingCommunicating With ClientsMaintaining DocumentsGeneral Administrative AssistanceOrganizationMultitaskingPrioritizingFast-paced EnvironmentCommunicationPresentation SkillsLegalPersonal InjuryWorkers CompensationPremisesFirst Party Injury

About the role

Original posting from Morgan & Morgan, P.A. via Greenhouse

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

This role will work closely with a lead Attorney and Litigation paralegal. Successful candidates will be responsible for areas including but not limited to the following.

Responsibilities

Perform administrative duties, such as 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

Provide general administrative assistance, such as maintaining the attorney’s calendar and making travel arrangements

Qualification

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, Bachelor’s Degree, or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)

Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred)

At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department.

Highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including good presentation skills

This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team.

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Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff.  For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan,  paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

E-Verify

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Source: Morgan & Morgan, P.A. careers (Greenhouse)

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