Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Litigation Legal Assistant to join our client and play a vital role in supporting their legal operations. This 100% onsite, contract-to-hire position, is based in Boca Raton, FL, with a required relocation to Fort Lauderdale, FL in Fall 2025. The role involves a blend of legal administrative support and paralegal functions, particularly in litigation, environmental law, land use, and bankruptcy matters.
Compensation:
$27.00 – $33.00/hour, based on experience
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, standard business hours
Key Responsibilities of the Litigation Legal Assistant:
Support attorneys in preparing, formatting, and filing legal documents through various Florida e-filing portals
Maintain court calendars, schedule depositions, and coordinate hearings, including mandamus hearings
Organize and manage case files and documents within a document management system
Assist with discovery and other paralegal-level litigation tasks
Provide support to multiple attorneys across environmental, land use, and bankruptcy law
Ensure timely and accurate entry of case information into internal systems
Handle court filings in both Florida state and federal courts
Qualifications and Skills for the Litigation Legal Assistant:
3–4 years of legal experience, preferably in commercial litigation
Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent grammar and formatting abilities
Familiarity with document management systems (e.g., Worldox, NetDocuments, or similar)
Experience with e-filing in both Florida state and federal courts
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with legal teams
Willingness to relocate to Fort Lauderdale in Fall 2025 as a condition of continued employment
Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to work with a respected legal team on a contract-to-hire basis, gaining exposure to a variety of legal disciplines. You’ll join a collaborative environment where your contributions support meaningful legal outcomes and where your expertise is valued.
About Us: Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.