Legal Assistant - Business Litigation
- $55,000 - $65,000
- Fort Myers, FL
Amazing Benefits | 401K | Prominent Florida Firm
A bit about us:
We have grown from two forward-thinking partners to become the largest locally based, full-service regional firm serving the needs of our clients throughout Florida.
Our office provides a wide variety of services including Real Estate, Litigation and Estate Planning to our clients.
We believe it is very important to understand the tenets that we follow in our relationships with our clients.
These tenets are how we want to be judged, and what we want used as criteria in selecting us for legal representation.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of our profession.
Our goal is to continually demonstrate the Firm’s capabilities and experience, and to build and maintain trust between our clients and us.
The only result that we will accept is the one that our clients expect us to deliver.
Our office provides a wide variety of services including Real Estate, Litigation and Estate Planning to our clients.
We believe it is very important to understand the tenets that we follow in our relationships with our clients.
These tenets are how we want to be judged, and what we want used as criteria in selecting us for legal representation.
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of our profession.
Our goal is to continually demonstrate the Firm’s capabilities and experience, and to build and maintain trust between our clients and us.
The only result that we will accept is the one that our clients expect us to deliver.
Why join us?
Profit Sharing Plan
401K
Excellent Health Benefits
Mentorship & Growth
Free Parking
Employee Assistance Program
And Much More!
401K
Excellent Health Benefits
Mentorship & Growth
Free Parking
Employee Assistance Program
And Much More!
Job Details
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant to support attorneys in our Business Litigation Department.
This role involves assisting with complex commercial litigation matters, including case preparation, document management, and client communication.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to client service and team collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This role involves assisting with complex commercial litigation matters, including case preparation, document management, and client communication.
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to client service and team collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence.
- Manage attorney calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, and client meetings.
- File documents electronically with state and federal courts.
- Maintain and organize case files, both physical and digital.
- Assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits and trial binders.
- Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
- Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings.
- Track deadlines and ensure timely filings and responses.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in business or commercial litigation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software.
- Strong knowledge of Florida court rules and procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with e-filing systems in Florida and federal courts.
- Familiarity with document management systems such as iManage or NetDocuments.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment 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.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.