Legal Assistant - Civil Defense Litigation

Trustpoint.One is assisting a large national law firm in seeking an experienced Civil Defense Litigation Legal Assistant in Orlando on a direct hire basis. Ideal candidates will have 2-4 years of experience working in Civil Defense Litigation.

Details of the Civil Defense Litigation Legal Assistant

• Hybrid, 4 days in office
• Direct hire
• Salary starting at $55,000, dependent on experience

Responsibilities of the Civil Defense Litigation Legal Assistant

• Perform secretarial and clerical duties
• Open mail for attorney and log time on time sheet as necessary
• Enter attorney time sheets into computer on a daily basis
• Answer telephone, giving non-legal information when possible, refer call to attorney and take messages
• Transcribe dictation utilizing dictation system (BigHand)
• Maintain files, assisting with filing or request file clerk assistance from office manager/floor supervisor when necessary
• Responsible for scheduling depositions and various other meetings and appointments
• In emergency may have to deliver or collect documents for attorney at courthouse, other law offices, etc.
• Make travel arrangements and hotel reservations for attorney
• Maintain attorney diary system
• Perform additional duties as required

Requirements of the Civil Defense Litigation Legal Assistant

• Must have 2-4 years of defense litigation experience.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficiently

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced candidates to join a large law-firm that prioritizes employee well-being and has great benefits.

Interested candidates should apply with their most recent resume highlighting their civil defense experience!

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