Job Description
Job Description
Spellman Law, P.A. is a boutique law firm focused on civil litigation. We are seeking a Litigation Assistant to support attorneys in trial-level civil litigation and appeals. This position focuses on high-level administrative support and requires familiarity with Florida state and federal courts, their respective rules, and state agencies.
Primary Duties
- Calendar management; monitor and track administrative, trial, and appellate deadlines, court dates and filing requirements; assist with scheduling and case management.
- Prepare, transcribe, proofread, format, and electronically file pleadings, briefs, correspondence, routine filings, and other legal documents in state agency proceedings, state courts, and federal courts. Maintain and organize both physical and electronic case files.
- Provide excellent client service by answering phone calls and greeting clients and visitors; communicate professionally with clients, courts, agencies, opposing counsel, vendors, and other contacts both verbally and in writing.
- Support attorney productivity and client billing guidelines using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, and other applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous law firm or legal-environment experience is preferred, but not required; litigation, administrative law, and appellate experience is a plus.
- Strong proficiency in grammar, proofreading, formatting, organizational, communication, and document-management skills; excellent attention to detail and judgment.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented law firm environment, with regular and reliable in-office attendance required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
Compensation, Benefits, and Schedule
Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience. The expected salary range is approximately $45K - $55K; depending on qualifications and prior experience.
Benefits: Health insurance, dental insurance, paid time off
Schedule: Full-time, 8-hour shift. This is not a remote position.