Seeking Paralegal New Grads!
Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team in Ocala, Florida. As a Litigation Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the law firm's day-to-day operations, including carrying out administrative services and supporting the legal team. This position's ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced dynamic workplace.
Key responsibilities include performing administrative duties such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics. You will maintain pleadings and discovery indexes, organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices, and implement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflow. Additionally, you will collect, examine, and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparation, draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents, and research regulations, laws, and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports, case files, and legal advice.
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. An associate's degree in paralegal studies, a paralegal certificate, or a bachelor's degree is preferred. Bilingual English and Spanish is preferred. At least 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant (preferably in a law firm or in a corporate legal department), legal assistant, legal secretary, or paralegal is required. Experience in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Premises, or other injury-related practice areas is preferred. The candidate must possess the ability to multi-task, prioritize, handle a fast-paced environment, and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervision. Strong written and communication skills, proficiency in calendar depositions, mediation, and hearings, and applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documentation, court rules, and procedures are essential. The candidate should be highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, have strong writing and communication skills along with attention to detail, and possess extensive computer and database expertise, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and typing no less than 35 wpm.
This role is on-site, which gives you the chance to be fully immersed in the work and gain direct experience alongside the team. 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.