Civil Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Summary
A well-established law firm in downtown Orlando is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Legal Assistant to join its growing legal support team. This direct hire opportunity is ideal for a litigation professional with at least 3 years of experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, detail-oriented legal environment. This role supports attorneys handling a diverse caseload that may include civil litigation, personal injury, insurance defense, and some plaintiff-side matters. The firm offers a stable and professional workplace with supportive leadership, strong teamwork, and the opportunity to build a long-term career. Candidates who are organized, proactive, client-focused, and eager to grow will find this to be an excellent next step.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive legal and administrative support to attorneys throughout all phases of civil litigation.
- Prepare, format, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, notices, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Maintain litigation calendars, deadlines, attorney schedules, case files, and court-related filings.
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, insurance companies, and other parties.
- Aid with case management, discovery coordination, trial preparation, and other litigation projects.
- Keep case documentation accurate, organized, and up to date in a fast-paced legal setting.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: $50,000 to $60,000 per year, depending on experience.
- Employment type: Direct hire.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Work arrangement: 100% onsite in downtown Orlando, FL.
- Medical insurance: 100% paid by the firm after 90 days.
- 401(k) offered.
- Paid time off: 17 days.
- Stable law firm environment with long-term growth potential.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The firm is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. For more information, please refer to the provided links.