What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Block Search LLC?
We are seeking an organized, proactive Legal Assistant with litigation experience to support attorneys handling insurance defense, premises liability, and related matters. This position is hybrid 4 days in the office, 1 day work from home.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, edit, proofread, and e-file legal documents with Florida courts
- Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, notices, and other legal documents
- Coordinate hearings, mediations, depositions, client meetings, and other case-related events
- Maintain attorney calendars and monitor litigation deadlines
- Organize and maintain client and matter files
- Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, expert witnesses, insurance representatives, and other parties
- Assist with billing, expense tracking, and administrative responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day litigation and case management support
Qualifications:
- Prior experience as a Legal Assistant supporting litigation attorneys
- Experience with insurance defense, premises liability, or a related litigation practice
- Florida court filing, calendaring, and scheduling experience
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple attorneys, priorities, and deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced law firm environment