Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistant (Onsite)

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Job Type: Full-Time | 100% Onsite

Position Overview

Our client, a well-established law firm in Fort Lauderdale, is seeking a professional and highly organized Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth handling of litigation matters and daily office operations.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing multiple priorities while supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence
• Manage e-filing in state and federal courts and ensure compliance with court rules and deadlines
• Maintain and track litigation calendars, including hearings, depositions, and key deadlines
• Provide administrative and case support to attorneys across multiple matters
• Coordinate scheduling of appointments, depositions, and meetings
• Communicate regularly with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel
• Organize, maintain, and update case files and legal documentation
• Handle general office and administrative duties as needed to support the legal team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Litigation Legal Assistant or Paralegal
• Strong knowledge of state and federal court procedures and filing requirements
• Hands-on experience with legal document preparation and drafting
• Experience with calendaring and docket management for court deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong typing, organizational, and multitasking abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal case management software
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Medical benefits
• 401(k) with up to 3% employer match
• 15 days of paid vacation/personal time
• 9+ paid holidays
• Additional discretionary time off
• Bonus potential, including annual holiday bonus

Work Environment

• 100% onsite role in Fort Lauderdale
• Collaborative, team-oriented litigation practice
• Fast-paced environment with opportunity for growth

Apply Today

If you are an experienced litigation legal assistant looking to join a dynamic and professional law firm, we encourage you to apply.

You can apply here, or email a copy of your resume with a brief email introduction to: [email protected]