legal assistant / scheduler

Job description

Legal Assistant/Scheduler

 

North Miami Beach, high volume Plaintiff Insurance Litigation Firm, has an excellent opportunity for an experienced hearing scheduler and coordinator with a minimum of 1-year of current law firm on point experience assisting with scheduling and coordinating hearings.

If you have the experience and the required skills and like working for a dynamic, growth-oriented firm with cultural values, then please send a cover letter, resume and your salary requirements.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Scheduler of Legal Events
• Coordinate, schedule & calendar hearings throughout the State
• Communicate with opposing counsel, judicial assistants, court reporters, clients, etc.
• Set up Court Call or Zoom for hearings.
• Confirm/Cancel scheduled hearings
• Manage & maintain attorney office calendar and generate weekly scheduling reports
• E-file and Serve all Motions and NOH:

 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Candidate MUST:

• Must have experience working in a fast-paced high-volume environment & skilled in handling a heavy volume of scheduling
• Qualified candidates must be familiar with court procedures and have extensive experience scheduling and maintain attorney’s calendar with accuracy.
• Must be competent and proficient in the use of Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Excel and G-Suite programs
• Must possess EXCEPTIONAL communication and customer service skills, in a professional, business manner. Ability to speak and write Creole is a PLUS.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Ability to solve problems and strong attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Proactive and results oriented
• Must demonstrate a sense of urgency
• Must be extremely comfortable & skilled in using technology and automation

 

Compensation & benefits:

Salary commensurate with experience and skill level. Individual Medical insurance premiums are paid by the firm at 75% for the base plan+ a 50% Gap Insurance contribution is provided, an FSA plan, free Basic Life and AD&D Insurance and other valuable benefits. A very generous PTO package is also provided.

 

Working Hours:

Minimum hours required is 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

 

THIS IS A FULL TIME ON-PREMISES POSITION. If you do not live in the South Florida area, or prefer a remote position, please do not apply.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

All responses should be accompanied with a resume and salary requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Law Firm: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person