Legal Assistant

Company: Shupe Dhawan
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: May 24, 2023

Job Description:

Our busy legal firm is looking for an efficient, organized legal assistant to help our attorneys and paralegals assist our clients and ensure we're operating efficiently. You'll assist with the preparation of legal documents, and handle all office correspondence including answering phone calls and emails, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you.

We are a multi-practice, statewide Florida law firm. We are growing rapidly. The firm has a stellar reputation in the community and we only hire the best. You'll be on a team of amazing coworkers who always have your back.

Responsibilities:

Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department
Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents a needed
Make travel arrangements, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events
Accept other administrative tasks as needed to assist the team and ensure the firm runs smoothly


Qualifications:

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with quick turnaround times
1-2 years of prior experience in a law firm environment as a secretary or administrative assistant
Candidates must have worked with legal software, case management, and docketing programs
Must be able to type at least 50 WPM
Applicants must have excellent communication skills and organizational skills


About Company:
We're Shupe Dhawan, a boutique law firm located in Fort Lauderdale. The right person will want to be part of a team that delivers results and helps people during difficult and stressful times in their lives. -You want to be challenged, not bored, by your work. -You want to work with other people who enjoy what they do every day. -You have hopes, goals, and dreams for yourself, and would be inspired by spending time with like-minded people. -Finally, you can find passion and purpose in helping to accomplish a greater mission.

Benefits include:

16 days of paid PTOMinimum of 8 days paid holidaysHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k) after 1 year of employment

NO RECRUITERS

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