Legal Assistant / Paralegal

Legal Assistant / Paralegal

We are excited to partner with a leading boutique criminal defense firm in Miami Lakes to recruit an experienced Legal Assistant / Paralegal. This in-office role is for a "jack-of-all-trades" professional who can manage high-profile front-office duties while handling substantive paralegal work and court filings.

The ideal candidate has a strong legal background with a professional and polished communication style. We are seeking a self-motivated, disciplined, and trustworthy professional who thrives in a boutique environment and is excited to manage both administrative and paralegal tasks. You should be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-stakes role where absolute confidentiality and professional neutrality are required.

Compensation & Schedule

• Base Salary: $65,000
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Lunch: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
• Paid Time Off: 10 days of PTO per year
• Paid Holidays: Firm observes all major holidays (including Thanksgiving, Christmas, Labor Day, and Memorial Day)

Key Responsibilities

• Office Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and visitors, representing the firm with a polished and welcoming presence
• Court Filings: Manage and execute electronic filings (e-filing) for both State and Federal court systems
• Paralegal Documentation: Draft, format, and organize legal documents and PDFs for attorney review and court submission
• Case Management: Utilize practice management software to track case files and maintain organized records
• Confidentiality: Handle sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and high-profile case details with the highest level of discretion

Qualifications

• Legal Expertise: Solid law firm experience as a practicing Paralegal with a mandatory background in criminal law
• Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish
• Technical Skills: Proficient with digital document/PDF management and legal CRM software
• Attributes: Trustworthy, self-motivated, and capable of working without direct supervision. Professional objectivity and professional neutrality are essential for success in this environment.

If you are a dedicated legal professional looking for a long-term career in a high-profile boutique firm, we encourage you to apply HERE or by sending your resume to [email protected] !