Legal Assistant

$60,000 - $70,000/Yr

JM Networking - Naples, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Naples, FL

About the position

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive professional Legal Assistant to join our Labor & Employment/Litigation Group in our Naples office. The right candidate should demonstrate resourcefulness and initiative, a desire to forge powerful relationships, hone their skills and deliver excellent work. This position is crucial in supporting attorneys with various tasks related to case management and document production. The Legal Assistant will be responsible for heavy document editing, proofreading, and finalizing legal documents, ensuring that all materials are accurate and professionally presented. In this role, the Legal Assistant will work closely with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Labor (DOL), as well as handle e-filing in state, federal, and appellate courts. The candidate will maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings and conferences, and accurately enter billable time. Additionally, the Legal Assistant will be tasked with updating electronic records, uploading documents, and running reports to keep the team informed and organized. Organizing and maintaining case files is another critical responsibility, which includes both paper and electronic documents for use in depositions or trials. The Legal Assistant will also be expected to perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the legal team.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in connection with all aspects of case management and document production.
• Heavy document editing, proofreading, and finalizing legal documents.
• Work with EEOC and DOL, in addition to e-filing in state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings and conferences, and enter billable time.
• Update electronic records, upload documents, and run reports.
• Maintain and organize case files, organize paper and electronic documents for use in depositions or trials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of legal experience.
• Litigation and/or labor and employment experience required.
• Exceptional technical skills required including knowledge of MS Word, MS Outlook, Adobe Professional, PPT, and electronic document management.
• Strong organizational, communication, and client service skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent grammar and spelling skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.