Legal Administrative Assistant
Trustpoint.One - Fort Lauderdale, FL
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TrustPoint.One has partnered with an AMLaw 200 firm in their search for a Litigation Legal Secretary to join their dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in supporting attorneys by handling secretarial and clerical tasks, managing schedules, and maintaining files. If you're looking for a fast-paced work environment where your litigation experience and organizational skills will shine, this could be the perfect fit!Key Responsibilities:Provide secretarial and clerical support to attorneysOpen and sort mail, logging attorney time on timesheets as necessaryEnter attorney time sheets into the system dailyAnswer incoming calls, provide non-legal information, route calls to attorneys, and take messagesTranscribe dictation using the BigHand dictation system and occasionally prepare correspondence independently for attorney approvalPrepare legal documents as required, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlinesMaintain and organize files, coordinating with file clerks as neededSchedule depositions, meetings, and appointments for attorneysOccasionally deliver or collect documents to/from courthouses or other legal officesMake travel arrangements, including booking flights and hotelsMaintain attorney's diary and calendar systemPerform additional administrative duties as required to support the legal teamQualifications:3+ years of litigation experience in a law firm or legal environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteStrong communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients and coworkersExceptional organizational skills with a keen attention to detailAbility to prioritize, multitask, and thrive in a team environmentThis role offers the opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals in a collaborative, fast-paced legal environment. You'll gain invaluable experience in litigation while supporting a leading law firm. This firm offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth within the firm.If you have a passion for legal work, a sharp eye for detail, and thrive in a high-energy environment, we encourage you to apply!Physical Demands of the PositionAll candidates must be able to work at a computer screen for a sustained amount of time;Repetitive movement (i.e. heavy computer/keyboard use).May require occasional light lifting (files, copy paper, etc.).Trustpoint.One provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Created: 2025-02-18