Legal Support Assistant - Orlando

Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell, & Berkowitz, PC has an immediate opening for a Legal Support Assistant in its Orlando, FL office. This is an entry-level role to provide flexible administrative support wherever the office needs it most.  This is an ideal position for someone organized, proactive, and ready to learn. You’ll work closely with attorneys and the office team, gaining exposure to a broad range of tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Physical presence in the office is essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Office Operations:

• Handle scanning, copying, mailing
• Process expense reports and check requests
• Assist with client billing and time entry
• Perform bank runs and trips to the post office as needed

1. Document Support:

• Format, proofread, and prepare routine correspondence and legal documents
• Assist with assembling packets and distributing materials

1. Process Support (with training/supervision):

• Prepare e‑filings
• Assist with conflict checks
• Liaise with vendors as needed
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, hearings, mediations, depositions, and internal events
• Maintain attorney calendars and deadlines
• Open, update, and organize files; ensure accurate indexing and timely filing

1. Assist Where Needed:

• Flex to ad‑hoc tasks that keep our small Orlando office running smoothly 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: 0–1 year of administrative experience (law firm exposure helpful but not required).
• Education: High school diploma/GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel; accurate typing (≈60+ wpm); comfortable learning new systems. Training available for Florida Courts’ E‑Filing Portal and NetDocs.
• Core Competencies: Strong organization and prioritization; attention to detail; clear written and verbal communication; professionalism, confidentiality, and a collaborative mindset. Occasional overtime may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & BENEFITS

• Great Firm Culture
• Competitive Pay
• Generous Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and more

Must provide minimum authorization to work in the United States. Resumes accepted only for job posted.

Thank you for submitting your resume.  After our hiring committee has had a chance to review all candidates for this position, we will reach out to only those that will be moving on to the next step in our recruiting process.  We appreciate your interest in the position and will contact you if further action is necessary.