Legal Assistant

HireUp Talent is partnering with a well-established law firm in Fort Lauderdale to find a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys in delivering exceptional service to their clients. The ideal candidate will provide critical administrative and case management support to multiple attorneys, strong communication skills, be highly organized, and capable of handling a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced legal environment.

This hybrid role requires three days per week on-site at the Fort Lauderdale office.

Key Responsibilities:

As a key member of our legal support team, you will provide high-level administrative assistance to multiple attorneys, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Responsibilities include coordinating and scheduling meetings, depositions, and hearings with judicial assistants and clients, as well as screening new client inquiries and managing consultation appointments. You will prepare, e-file, and organize legal documents—such as motions, appeals, and petitions—across circuit, appellate, and federal courts. Additionally, you’ll maintain multiple attorney calendars, track critical deadlines, and handle incoming calls and messages with professionalism and efficiency.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Prior experience as a legal assistant or in a law office preferred, with a minimum of three years required (preferably in family law or civil litigation)
• Bilingual preferred but not required
• Proven experience supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced legal setting
• Familiarity with appellate, circuit, and federal court procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal e-filing platforms
• Experience with legal practice management software such as Clio or NetDocuments (preferred)
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

The firm is committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our team. Our comprehensive benefits package includes a 401(k) retirement plan, health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered, and life insurance for added peace of mind. We also offer generous paid time off (PTO) to help you recharge, as well as parental leave to support you during life’s most important moments. Your future, health, and work-life balance matter to us.

Salary

• $50,000 - $65,000