Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistant – Commercial/Construction Litigation

Location: Orlando, FL 32801 – Downtown Orlando

Salary: $65,000–$70,000/year

Position Type: Direct Hire

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Onsite

Experience: 3 years of defense litigation experience in a law firm environment

Law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its busy litigation practice group in Orlando. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of defense litigation experience, with a strong preference for candidates who have supported commercial litigation and/or construction litigation matters in a law firm environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and takes pride in providing high-level support to attorneys and clients.

What You'll Do

• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files and records.
• Open new matters, including completing conflict checks, and close files according to established procedures.
• Maintain and update database records as case and client information changes.
• Create charts, spreadsheets, and other documents to track and organize case information.
• Prepare, type, proofread, and edit legal documents from dictation, handwritten notes, or other sources.
• Manage attorney calendars, contact lists, and file listings.
• Schedule meetings, conference rooms, depositions, and other appointments as needed.
• Assist with the client billing process, including:
• Inputting attorney time
• Editing and reviewing bills
• Calendaring billing deadlines
• Delivering bills electronically and in paper format
• Initiate, answer, and direct telephone calls while professionally handling messages and client communications.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, attorneys, and colleagues.
• Provide general administrative and litigation support to the practice group.

What We're Looking For

• 3 years of defense litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm.
• Commercial litigation and/or construction litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures and terminology.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Professional demeanor and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented attitude with a proactive approach to assignments.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• iManage experience is a plus.

If you have strong defense litigation experience and a background in commercial or construction litigation, we'd love to hear from you!