Legal Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support litigation-related administrative work for a Contract position based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. This role is well suited for someone who is comfortable working remotely for 5 to 6 hours per day and can keep legal calendars organized while coordinating time-sensitive events. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with Clio and a strong understanding of court filing procedures, scheduling practices, and document preparation.

Responsibilities:
• Coordinate hearings, mediations, and depositions by working with courts, counsel, and other parties to secure dates and confirm logistics.
• Maintain and update case calendars in Clio to ensure deadlines, appearances, and scheduled events are accurately tracked.
• Prepare notices related to scheduled legal proceedings and ensure documents are completed with accuracy and proper formatting.
• File court documents electronically in accordance with applicable court rules and submission requirements.
• Support litigation matters through organized handling of case activity, deadlines, and follow-up communications.
• Review scheduling details and filing information carefully to reduce errors and avoid missed deadlines.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in a Legal Assistant role, preferably supporting litigation matters.

• Practical experience using Clio for case management, calendaring, and matter organization.

• Demonstrated ability to schedule depositions, hearings, and mediations in a legal environment.

• Strong knowledge of e-filing procedures and court document submission standards.

• Experience drafting legal notices and other routine legal documents with a high level of accuracy.

• Excellent calendar management skills and the ability to prioritize time-sensitive tasks while working remotely.

• Strong written communication and organizational skills with close attention to detail.

Compensation

$17.00-$18.00 Hourly

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