Legal Assistant Paralegal
Company: Rossen Law Firm
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: May 14, 2022
Job Description:
Job DescriptionRossen Law Firm is a growing criminal defense law
firm in Fort Lauderdale that provides a meaningful and
compassionate defense to each of our clients. We love helping good
people when something bad happens. Our legal team is committed to
producing outstanding results and building relationships with our
clients.You will be part of a thriving dream team comprised of the
most passionate criminal defense attorneys and will be deeply
involved in our commitment to providing our clients with the
respect, understanding, and compassion that they deserve. We like
to work hard but also have fun.About the RoleWe are looking for a
Legal Assistant to join a team devoted to providing the best
criminal defense legal services to our South Florida community. The
Legal Assistant's primary responsibility is to complete project
work as assigned. This involves anticipating project needs,
managing workload, and producing the highest quality work in a
timely manner. We are looking for someone with strong project
ownership, legal knowledge, and communication skills who thrives
when working in a fast-paced collaborative team environment.We Take
Care of Our People
- Completive pay based on your experience and background
- 75 % of a Gold Plan Health coverage is paid by the firm.
- A generous number of vacation days each year including court
holidays.
- 401(k) with a guaranteed employer contribution of 7.5%
regardless of employee contribution
- Performance-based bonusesAll applications will be
confidential.Rossen Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer
committed to fostering a culturally diverse environment. The firm
encourages applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin,
handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or
related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity and
expression, transgender status, sex stereotyping, genetic
information, ancestry, veteran status or any other category
protected by applicable law.
Compensation:$40,000 - $50,000 yearlyResponsibilities:
- Prepare, review and edit a wide range of legal documents and
correspondence of a confidential nature, and ensure high quality,
accuracy, and comprehensiveness
- Open and close files in a timely fashion with exceptional
accuracy
- Maintain the attorney calendar by planning and scheduling
conferences, meetings, hearings, and depositions
- Represent your attorney by communicating and obtaining
information from clients when requested; following up on delegated
assignments; knowing when to act and when to refer matters to the
attorney
- Subpoena witnesses for depositions and confirm their
attendance
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, set
reasonable priorities, and manage time and deadline-driven
workload
- Perform duties with due diligence and a proactive approach
- Reporting directly to your assigned attorney and anticipating
their needs.
- Participate in daily and weekly department meetings to discuss
tasks and cases.
- Impeccable communication among staff and clients at all
times
- Build relationships with our clientsQualifications:
- Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- 2+ years of related experience providing project support in a
professional services firm
- Experience in criminal law is preferred but not required.
- Excellent computer skills in Microsoft and Google applications
and Case Management Software
- Strong customer service skills with a genuine desire to help
people in need
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- An organized approach to multitasking in a high activity
environment
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team
environment
- A self-starter who is reliable, resourceful, and
detail-oriented
- An action-taker who is ready to roll their sleeves up and get
to work.
- A tough person who is able to handle coaching in a fast-paced
environment
- Ability to handle highly sensitive situations in a
professional, confidential and courteous manner
- Compassionate, patient, and empathetic personalityWhat Will Set
You Apart
- Leadership: Have the desire to take initiative and actively
contribute to the team and firm
- Time Management Skills: Know how to prioritize your work
- Client Service: Have the mindset to provide impeccable customer
service
- Toughness: Have the work ethic and positive attitude to thrive
during difficult situations.About CompanyWe are the largest
Criminal and DUI defense law firm based out of Fort Lauderdale with
15 employees and have ambitious plans for growth. We also kick-butt
in the courtroom and strive to give the Disney Experience to our
clients. Our 600+ 5 star reviews attest to both the level of
lawyering and relationships we build with our clients. P.S. It
involves never using the work "criminal" – we simply don't believe
in it. We stand by our motto – We're Here When Bad Things Happen to
Good People. All inquiries will be kept confidential.Rossen Law
Firm is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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