Civil Litigation Legal Assistant

Widerman Malek, PL located in Melbourne, Fl. is seeking a full-time legal assistant to join its growing civil litigation department. This is a full-time position and an opportunity to establish a long-term career at our growing firm. This is not a transitional position. Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a personal and professional presentation. Read more about this position.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, reviewing and finalizing legal documents
• Working directly with clients to gather and organize information
• Managing case files
• Speaking with new and existing clients on the phone and in person
• Scheduling consultations and maintaining calendars for the department
• Scheduling hearings, depositions, mediations, etc.
• Filing, faxing, emailing, and scanning documents
• Communicating with other legal professionals
• Maintaining electronic docket system
• Performing special projects, as needed
• Answering telephones cordially
• Assisting with administrative duties, as requested

Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a personal and professional presentation. You must be an excellent communicator, well organized, and proficient with computers, particularly Microsoft Office, Excel and Adobe Professional.

Experience:

A degree in legal studies and law office experience preferred. Experience in PracticeMaster case management software a plus.

Please submit a cover letter along with your resume and email to resume@uslegalteam.com and reference “Civil Litigation Legal Assistant Position” in the subject line.