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A national law firm is currently searching for a Legal Assistant for their Miami, FL office. This individual will support members of the Firm's Bankruptcy and Litigation teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Type, proofread, format and edit correspondence, memoranda, agreements and other legal documents under time-sensitive deadlines; may assist with drafting of documents.Open new client and new matter files using Firm software.Calendar case-specific deadlines and coordinate court hearings, depositions, and mediations.Prepare documents for filing in State and Federal courts.Coordinate with billing coordinator or collections coordinator for the preparation and mailing of invoices.Maintain email and electronic files using Firm software.Schedule appointments and meetings; make travel arrangements; set-up conference calls and video meetings.Prepare and submit expense/reimbursement reports.Improve efficiencies by utilizing software applications (Firm and practice-specific), expanding on knowledge and learning new applications and skills to achieve a higher quality and more efficient work product.Work as a team and in conjunction with cluster mates, colleagues and Professionals in specified practice area(s) and office/Firm wide.Liaise with document services for all document production projects.Keep abreast of practice-specific laws, rules, processes and procedures.Effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, court personnel, and opposing counsel, as directed.Conduct basic research/analysis, as directed.Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience:

A minimum of three years of experience as a legal assistant in a law environment, or comparable experience.High school diploma required. College degree a plus.Knowledge and understanding of bankruptcy strongly preferred. Litigation experience a plus.Willingness to learn and operate in other practice areas, as needed.Prior use of a document management system (NetDocs) a plus.Proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, Excel.Ability to organize/prioritize workload and work in a fast-paced environment.Excellent written/verbal communication skills and the ability to professionally interact with professionals, clients and staff.Ability to problem-solve and anticipate issues/problems.Ability to work overtime, as needed.

Benefits:

Hybrid scheduleCompetitive salary and generous Paid Time OffPaid Holidays, including a floating holidayWorkWell wellness program, including free use of the Calm AppCaregiving assistance (child, elder, and pet care)Subscription to LinkedIn Learning 1402581_1736345910 To Apply for this Job Click Here