Litigation Legal Assistant
Legal Fort Lauderdale, FL
Direct Hire May 30, 2025
Legal
Job Title: Litigation Legal Assistant
Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide crucial support to a busy legal team. This onsite, permanent/direct-hire position based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic litigation practice. The role involves a mix of legal administrative support and paralegal duties, including responsibility for managing attorney calendars, preparing legal documents, and maintaining case files. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial litigation, strong knowledge of Florida court filing systems, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation:
Work Schedule:
Key Responsibilities of the Litigation Legal Assistant:
Qualifications and Skills for the Litigation Legal Assistant:
Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. From medical, dental, and vision coverage to generous paid time off and retirement savings options, you'll enjoy robust benefits that begin on your first day. Join a professional environment where your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported.
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.
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Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to provide crucial support to a busy legal team. This onsite, permanent/direct-hire position based in Fort Lauderdale, FL, offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic litigation practice. The role involves a mix of legal administrative support and paralegal duties, including responsibility for managing attorney calendars, preparing legal documents, and maintaining case files. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial litigation, strong knowledge of Florida court filing systems, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation:
- $70,000 – $80,000/year, based on experience
Work Schedule:
- Monday through Friday, normal business hours
- 100% onsite at the Fort Lauderdale headquarters
Key Responsibilities of the Litigation Legal Assistant:
- Prepare and file pleadings in state and federal court in compliance with applicable rules
- Draft, review, and organize legal documents and correspondence
- Manage electronic and physical files, including document retrieval and e-discovery
- Coordinate client intake, gather case details, and open new matters
- Schedule meetings, depositions, videoconferences, and maintain attorney calendars
- Track and record billable and nonbillable time using 3E
- Enter time for attorneys and assist with expense reporting and check requests
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and support during proceedings
- Work with litigation vendors and ensure strict deadlines are met
- Maintain confidentiality and provide both legal and administrative support as needed
Qualifications and Skills for the Litigation Legal Assistant:
- Minimum of 7 years of commercial litigation experience required
- Proficiency with Florida state and federal e-filing systems
- Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
- Experience with e-discovery platforms; knowledge of Relativity is a plus
- Ability to handle a high-volume caseload and prioritize effectively
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Must be comfortable tracking and reporting billable time
Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. From medical, dental, and vision coverage to generous paid time off and retirement savings options, you'll enjoy robust benefits that begin on your first day. Join a professional environment where your contributions are valued, and your growth is supported.
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.
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#LI-AF1
#LI-Onsite