Litigation Assistant at Morgan & Morgan

At Morgan & Morgan the work we do matters. For millions of Americans were their last line of defense against insurance companies large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states to client support staff creative marketing to operations teams every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.SummaryThis role will work closely with a lead attorney and litigation paralegal. Successful candidates will be responsible for areas including but not limited to the following.ResponsibilitiesPerform administrative duties such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines organizing case files and managing logisticsMaintain pleadings and discovery indexesOrganize exhibits documents evidence briefs and appendicesImplement and improve upon administrative processes for more efficient workflowCollect examine and organize evidence and other legal documents for attorney review and case preparationDraft and proofread correspondence and legal documents such as pleadings and contractsResearch regulations laws and legal articles to assist with the preparation of reports case files and legal adviceManage client billing by preparing finalizing and sending out bills as well as resolving billing issues in cooperation with the billing attorneyCommunicate with clients and witnesses to schedule meetings interviews and depositionsManage organize and maintain documents in paper or electronic filing systemsProvide general administrative assistance such as maintaining the attorneys calendar and making travel arrangementsPerforms other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the businessQualificationHigh school diploma or GEDAssociates Degree in Paralegal Studies Bachelors Degree or a Paralegal Certificate (preferred)Experience in Personal Injury Workers Compensation Premises First Party or other injury related practice areas (preferred)At least 2 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant preferably in a law firm setting or in a corporate legal department.Highly organized with the ability to multitask prioritize handle a fast-paced environment and manage workload with a great attitude and minimal supervisionStrong written and verbal communication skills including good presentation skills#LI-AP1BenefitsMorgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance 401(k) plan paid time off and paid holidays.Equal Opportunity StatementMorgan & Morgan 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.E-VerifyThis employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.Privacy PolicyHere is a link to Morgan & Morgans privacy policy. Key Skills Clerical,Aerospace Engineering,Catering,Computer Software,Factory Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1