Personal Injury Legal Assistant
De Novo Review Inc, Ponte Vedra, FL, United States
Large well established law firm based in Florida with offices throughout Florida and the U.S. is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Personal Injury Legal Assistant to join their team. The firm prides itself on knowing every client personally and offering the vast resources of a large law firm but with the customer service and attention of a boutique practice.
As a Legal Assistant, you will provide essential support to the firms' personal injury attorneys through the life-cycle of cases, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional client service. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of personal injury law procedures and possess excellent multitasking and communication skills. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience working as a Personal Injury Legal Assistant to be considered. This position is on-site at the firm's Ponte Vedra, Florida office.
Responsibilities:
- Assist personal injury attorneys in all phases of case preparation and management.
- Conduct thorough research on legal precedents, regulations, and statutes relevant to personal injury cases.
- Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
- Manage case files, ensuring all necessary documents are accurately organized and easily accessible.
- Coordinate and schedule appointments, depositions, mediations, and court appearances for attorneys.
- Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates on case progress and addressing any inquiries or concerns.
- Liaise with opposing counsel, court personnel, and expert witnesses as needed.
- Assist in trial preparation, including the compilation of exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client information and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
- Processing of pleadings, motions and correspondence (e-service and physical) and use of the Florida e-filing portal.
- Must have at least 3 years of prior experience working as a Legal Assistant in personal injury law
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, working knowledge of Clio Case Management Software is a plus but not required
- Must have proficiency in legal research and familiarity with online legal databases
- Must have the ability to prioritize and multitask
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be deadline and detail oriented
- Must have the ability to interact professionally with clients, counsel, and court personnel
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off