Legal Assistant

📍 Sarasota, FL, United States
💼 On-site | Full-time
💰 Salary: $45K – $60K (based on experience)

We’re looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a family law practice in the Sarasota / Lakewood Ranch area. You’ll work closely with the managing attorney and senior paralegal to ensure smooth daily operations and exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for clients & incoming calls
• Manage client communication and schedule meetings/hearings
• E-file case documents in compliance with Florida procedures
• Maintain and organize digital case files
• Draft basic family law documents & correspondence (under supervision)
• Coordinate calendars and track deadlines
• Provide general admin support for hearings, meetings & case prep
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
  

Qualifications:

• Experience as a Legal Assistant or law office administrative role
• Knowledge of Florida family law
• Strong communication & client-handling skills
• Excellent organization, accuracy, and time-management
• Proficiency with Clio or similar legal case management tools
• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies / related field preferred
  

If you're detail-driven, compassionate, and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, this role offers a great opportunity to grow within a supportive family law team.