Legal Administrative Assistant - 5+ Yrs Experience - Insurance Defense - Ft. Lau

The law firm of Marshall Dennehey seeks a full-time Legal Administrative Assistant with 5+ years of Insurance Defense experience to join its Ft. Lauderdale, FL office.Description:Perform secretarial and clerical dutiesOpen mail for attorney and log time on time sheet as necessaryEnter attorney time sheets into computer on a daily basisAnswer telephone, giving non-legal information when possible, refer call to attorney and take messagesTranscribe dictation utilizing dictation system (BigHand), occasionally prepare correspondence on own initiative for approval of lawyer and prepare legal documents as requiredMaintain files, assisting with filing or request file clerk assistance from office manager/floor supervisor when necessaryResponsible for scheduling depositions and various other meetings and appointmentsIn emergency may have to deliver or collect documents for attorney at courthouse, other law offices, etc.Make travel arrangements and hotel reservations for attorneyMaintain attorney diary systemPerform additional duties as requiredMinimum Requirements:Must have +5 years of litigation experience.Must be proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteMust be able to manage a heavy workload in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to communicate with clients and co-workers effectively and efficientlyCandidates must have proven track record of organization skills, possess excellent typing skills, possess a keen eye for detail, and have the ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a team environmentFirm offers a sound future, competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.Qualified candidates should submit cover letter, resume and salary requirement for consideration.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/M/F/D/V.

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