Cole, Scott & Kissane, an AV-rated litigation firm, is seeking two full-time, experienced litigation legal assistants/secretaries for its Fort Lauderdale East (1800) office. The candidates will work for a total of 4 busy Attorneys (1 Partner and 3 associates), and therefore, Insurance defense experience is required, First Party Property Experience, a plus. This position requires strong organizational skills, ability to perform well within a team environment, and communicate professionally with clients and opposing counsel. Qualified candidates must be familiar with court procedures and have extensive experience scheduling, drafting legal documents, and filing pleadings in state and federal courts.
Knowledge of case management systems is required. Familiarity with L & A codes, billing software, and proven competency to capture time and bill according to client guidelines in a timely manner, a must. The ability to multi-task and stay calm under pressure of multiple deadlines is essential. The candidate must have good written and verbal communication skills, good common sense, and excellent problem-solving skills. Ideal candidates must be detail-oriented, work well under pressure, and have a good attendance record.
CSK offers top benefits that include 20 days of PTO, 9 paid holidays, health, dental, life, long and short-term disability as well as long-term care coverage, 401k, and more.
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